Etofylline+Theophylline

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Molecule Description

Etofylline+Theophylline is a combination medicine. It is used for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It belongs to a group of medicines known as bronchodilators. They work by relaxing the muscles of the airway and cleaning any obstruction. Etofylline+Theophylline is available in the form of a tablet, syrup, injection. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from, before starting this medicine.

Uses

Etofylline+Theophylline is used to manage the airway obstruction or tightening associated with asthma or COPD.

Contraindications

When should one not use Etofylline+Theophylline

If you are allergic to theophylline, etofylline or similar medicines.
If this medicine is given along with other medicines like ephedrine to treat asthma in children less than 6 years of age.
If you suffer from a rare blood disorder called porphyria.
This combination should not be used in children less than 6 months old.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Headache
Dizziness
Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach pain
Diarrhoea
Injection site reactions

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Consult a doctor before using the etofylline+theophylline during pregnancy as limited safety information is available.

Breast Feeding

Components of Deriphyllin Retard 150 tablet pass into the breastmilk, thus it should only be used if prescribed by the doctor.

Driving

Avoid driving if you feel dizzy after taking etofylline+theophylline.

Alcohol

Avoid consuming alcohol with etofylline+theophylline as it may worsen the side effects & may also alter the way it works.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have problems with your heart, liver or kidney.
You have stomach ulcers.
You have a thyroid problem.
You have fits.
You have difficulty passing urine (in male patients).
You have a fever or a viral infection.
You are a smoker or have a habit of drinking alcohol regularly.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Etofylline is a derivative of theophylline. It works by dilating and relaxing the airway muscles.
Theophylline decreases swelling in the lungs of asthma patients and helps to relieve the feeling of blockage.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way etofylline+theophylline works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
Especially, if you are taking antibiotics like ciprofloxacin, enoxacin or medicines like halothane, anticancer medicines such as lomustine, lithium, steroids, water pills, ephedrine, ketamine, aminoglutethimide, isoprenaline, carbamazepine, phenytoin, rifampicin, ritonavir, sulphinpyrazone, barbiturates and hypericum perforatum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a condition where the airway is narrowed or swollen due to the presence of mucous, which leads to breathing difficulties and coughing.

Etofylline+Theophylline is available in the form of a tablet, syrup, injection.