Theophylline Benefits & Uses

Theophylline is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

COPD

Other Benefits

Asthma

Theophylline Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Theophylline Related Warnings

Is the use of Theophylline safe for pregnant women?

Theophylline has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Theophylline without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Theophylline safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Theophylline. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Theophylline on the Kidneys?

Theophylline rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Theophylline on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Theophylline. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Theophylline on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Theophylline. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Theophylline with Other Drugs

Theophylline should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Doxycycline

Phenytoin

Mild

Allopurinol

Theophylline Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Theophylline unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Heart Failure
Peptic Ulcer
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy

Frequently asked Questions about Theophylline

Is this Theophylline habit forming or addictive?

Theophylline is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Theophylline can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Theophylline should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Theophylline is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Theophylline Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Theophylline

Theophylline may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Theophylline

Consuming Theophylline with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe