Theophylline

Description

Theophylline (brand names include: OD Phillin / Elixophyllin / Theo-24 / Theochron / Uniphyl) belongs to a class of drugs called bronchodilators.

Theophylline is used in the treatment of asthma and other chronic lung diseases including emphysema and chronic bronchitis.

Recommendations

Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. Take your medicine exactly as directed.

Theophylline tablets are usually taken once daily, in the morning or in the evening.

Precautions

Tell your doctor before taking Theophylline, if:

you are allergic to any medicines;
you have any serious medical conditions;
you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Ingredients

Active ingredient: theophylline.