Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets

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Description

Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets is an anti-asthmatic medicine. It contains theophylline as the active substance. Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets is used to treat asthma and long-term breathing difficulties such as c

hronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and chronic bronchitis. Take this medicine in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own. Before starting Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets , inform your doctor if you are pregnant/breastfeeding and about your complete medical history.

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Contains	Theophylline
Uses	Asthma, bronchitis, COPD
Side effects	Nausea. vomiting, headache, rashes
Therapy	ANTI-ASTHMATIC

Uses

Contraindications

Side effects

Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets

Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets is used for the treatment of asthma and long-term breathing difficulties such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and chronic bronchitis.

Contraindications of Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets

If you are allergic to theophylline, aminophylline or any other ingredient of Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets .
If you have a condition called porphyria.

Side effects of Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets

Nausea
Vomiting
Rashes
Diarrhoea
Headache

Precautions and Warnings of Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets

Pregnancy

Can I take Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets during pregnancy?

There is limited information on the effect of Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets in pregnancy. This medicine should only be used in pregnant women if recommended by the doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets while breastfeeding?

Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets may pass into human breast milk. Hence, this medicine should only be used in breastfeeding women if recommended by the doctor after assessing the need and the risk.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets?

Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets has almost no effect on driving ability. However, if you experience any symptoms that may affect your ability to drive safely, it is advised to avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets?

No, alcohol should not be consumed along with Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets .

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have an irregular heartbeat, high blood pressure or any other heart problems.
You experience worsening chest symptoms e.g. breathlessness or cough.
You have an over or under-active thyroid gland (hyper/hypothyroidism).
You have a stomach ulcer.
You have liver problems.
You have cystic fibrosis.
You suffer from seizures, fits or convulsions.
You are unwell with a high temperature or fever.
You have a viral infection.
You are addicted to alcohol.
You are male and have difficulty in passing urine.
You smoke, as smoking may alter the way this medicine works.

Mode of Action of Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets

How Does It Work?

Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets helps stop you from wheezing and being breathless.
It also reduces the swelling in the lungs of asthma patients and relieves the feeling of tightness in their chest.

Directions for Use of Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets

Take Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets as directed by your doctor.
Swallow as a whole with a glass of water.
Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
Do not take more than the recommended dose.
Do not stop taking this medicine on your own.

Interactions of Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
An increase in dosage of Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets may be required if you are taking medicines for treating fits/seizures (carbamazepine, phenytoin), Cushing's syndrome (aminoglutethimide), decreased he...
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A decrease in dosage of Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets may be required if you are taking medicines for treating virus infections (acyclovir), gout (allopurinol), overactive thyroid (carbimazole), excessive a...
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The use of this medicine with fluvoxamine (used for the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder and depression) should be avoided.
Particular care should be taken when using medicines for treating mental disorders (lithium), fluid accumulation (diuretics), inflammation (steroids) and other xanthine medicines.
Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets may result in abnormal heart rhythm when used together with anaesthetics like halothane.
This medicine may cause a deficiency of platelets in the blood when used together with medicines for treating brain tumours like lomustine.

Storage and disposal of Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets

Store Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets in a cool and dry place below 25°C.
Keep away from children and pets.

Dosage of Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets

Overdose

If you think you have taken too much of Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets , contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets , take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not ta...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets used for?

A: Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets is used for the treatment of asthma and long-term breathing difficulties such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and chronic bronchitis.

Q: How to take Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets ?

Take Zytho Sr 400mg Tablets as directed by your doctor.
Swallow as a whole with a glass of water.
Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
Do not take more than the recommended dose.
Do not stop taking this medicine on your own.

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Last Updated on: 09 Jun 2022 | 04:35 PM (IST)

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