Aminophylline



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Aminophylline Information



Aminophylline Benefits & Uses

Aminophylline is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Aminophylline 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: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 6 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Given in acute condition, For maintenance therapy of asthma or COPD should use oral dosage
Geriatric
  • Disease: COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 6 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Given in acute condition, For maintenance therapy of asthma or COPD should use oral dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 6 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Given in acute condition, For maintenance therapy of asthma or COPD should use oral dosage


Aminophylline Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Aminophylline is used -

Mild

Unknown

  • Stomach Upset
  • Restlessness
  • Tachycardia

Aminophylline Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Aminophylline safe for pregnant women?


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

    Severe
  • Is the use of Aminophylline safe during breastfeeding?


    Aminophylline may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Aminophylline on the Kidneys?


    Aminophylline rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Aminophylline on the Liver?


    Very few cases of side effects of Aminophylline on the liver have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Aminophylline on the Heart?


    There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Aminophylline. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Aminophylline with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Aminophylline Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Aminophylline

  • Is this Aminophylline habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Aminophylline is addictive.

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


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Aminophylline as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Aminophylline should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, the use of Aminophylline in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Aminophylline Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Aminophylline


    Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Aminophylline and food will interact.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Aminophylline


    Consumption of alcohol and Aminophylline together may have severe effects on your health.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1351

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 227

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Theophylline (theophylline)

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