Aminophylline100mg
Rx- Generic:
- Aminophylline
- Company:
- Chemist Laboratories Ltd.
- Dosage form:
- Tablet
- Pack size:
- Tablet
৳ 0.38/unit
Pack: ৳ 0.38
At a glance
Aminophylline — brands, prices, indication, dosage and side effects available in Bangladesh.
Description
Aminophylline is used to treat and prevent symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which flow of air to the lung is blocked). It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe. Aminophylline can be taken with the food in evening. But take it at the same time every day to get the most benefit. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. Do not miss even a single dose, if in any case, you missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember or better to skip the missed dose and continue with regular dosing. It does not work immediately or prevent the already started breathing trouble, hence always carry your medical inhaler with you for an emergency. The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), vomiting, and nausea. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Generally, it is advised not to consume alcohol or do not smoke while on treatment. You must avoid high caffeinated products like coffee, tea, and dark chocolates as it enhances drug side effects. Before taking this medicine, let your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease or if you have heart-related problems. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting the treatment. Aminophylline is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles of the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.
Indications
• Asthma • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Mechanism of action
Should be taken on an empty stomach. Take on an empty stomach at least 1 hr before or 2 hr after meals.
Dosage
Adult Dose: Neonates, elderly, lactation, pregnancy, cardiac/hepatic diseases, peptic ulceration, hyperthyroidism, hypertension, epilepsy, heart failure, chronic alcoholism, acute febrile illness. Renal Dose: Aminophylline is a combination of theophylline and ethylenediamine. Ethylenediamine is inactive; it increases the solubility of theophylline in water. Theophylline relaxes bronchial smooth muscle. Suggested mechanisms are an increase in intracellular cAMP through inhibition of phosphodiesterase; adenosine receptor antagonism, prostaglandin antagonism and effects on intracellular calcium.
Administration
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Aminophylline is to be taken empty stomach.
Side effects
Common: • Headache • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping) • Vomiting • Nausea
Precautions & warnings
[SAFE] Aminophylline does not usually affect your ability to drive. You have been prescribed Aminophylline for prevention and treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It should be taken at the same time each day, preferably in the evening after food. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Always keep a fast-acting (rescue) inhaler with you. Your doctor may take regular blood test to monitor potassium level and the level of this medicine in your body. Notify your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney, liver or heart disease, or if you have a smoking history. Your dose may need to be adjusted. Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.
Contraindications
Oral Chronic bronchospasm Child: >3 yr: As modified-release hydrate: 12 mg/kg daily increased to 24 mg/kg daily in 2 divided doses after 1 wk. Intravenous Acute severe bronchospasm Child: Loading dose: same as adult dose. Maintenance dose: 6 mth-9 yr: 1 mg/kg/hr and 10-16 yr: 0.8 mg/kg/hr.
Drug interactions
Hypersensitivity.
Food interactions
[CAUTION] Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Aminophylline. Please consult your doctor.
Use in pregnancy
[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Aminophylline may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Use in lactation
[SAFE IF PRESCRIBED] Aminophylline is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Renal / hepatic impairment
[CAUTION] Aminophylline should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Aminophylline may be needed. Please consult your doctor. [CAUTION] Aminophylline should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Aminophylline may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Common questions
i m suffering from breathing problem cough chest infame . Do tell chronic obstructive pulmonary disease .So tell which medicines should i take to treat this problem. It is less likely you have copd at this age You need detailed check up and spirometry test for same Old cough at morning last 15 years can be bronchial asthma or COPD consult chest physician What is chronic pulmonary thromboembolism? U can Google for details What is copd what is the best solution for it Copd is smokers disease. Read more about it at : http://www.arohealth.com/copd/ Chronic Cough cold and chest pain Also I am taking Montec Lc tablet ( OD) Allergic rhinitis can be associated with asthma. Get your chest and nose checked Chronic pulmonary obstacle. Suffering cough and breathing problem X ray has to be seen, and other blood reports too I have a problem of cold from my childhood and asthma Asthma needs assessment by pulmonary function tests and subsequent therapy depending on that Having triuble breathing x ray showed more then usual size lungs and the lower part wasnt that curvy like the normal one (I googled about the pic I saw so may vary) and the report was early copd and my allergy level was high while normally 0 to 100 I was having aa90 so I want to know more about the disease in this age Copd is common in age 40 or above . Meet a pulmonologist near you . You may be having severe asthma