Aminophylline Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Aminophylline, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Aminophylline brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Aminophylline

Pronunciation : am in off i lin

ICD Code : Y55.6 Therapeutic Classification : Anti- Asthmatics

Brand Names or Trade Names of Aminophylline

India :

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International :

Phyllocontin, Truphylline.

Why is Aminophylline Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a bronchodilator, prescribed for symptoms of asthma, bronchitis and emphysema. It works in the airways by relaxing muscles and opening air passages for improved breathing.

When should Aminophylline not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Aminophylline?

Adult: PO Chronic bronchospasm As hydrate: Initial: 225-450 mg twice daily, increased if needed. IV Acute severe bronchospasm Loading dose: 5 mg/kg (ideal body wt). Maintenance: 0.5 mg/kg/hr. Rate should not exceed 25 mg/min.

How should Aminophylline be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth on an empty stomach. It also comes as solution for injection to be administered by healthcare provider into the vein.

What are the warnings and precautions for Aminophylline?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart disease, epilepsy, heart failure, over active thyroid, high blood pressure, alcohol addiction, sudden fever, elderly, children, any allergy, who are taking other medication, during pregnancy and breast feeding.

• It may cause dizziness or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Avoid drinking coffee, tea, cola and smoking cigarettes; otherwise it may lead to serious side effects.

What are the side effects of Aminophylline?

Allergic reactions - Difficulty in breathing, throat infection and swelling of lips, tongue, face.
Central Nervous System - Restlessness, tremor, sleeplessness, headache, lightheadedness, dizziness and epilepsy.
Heart - Increased or irregular heart rate.
Gastrointestinal - Severe nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.

What are the other precautions for Aminophylline?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Aminophylline?

1. Keep this medication in a tightly closed container.
2. Keep it out of reach of children.
3. Store suppositories in the refrigerator.
4. Store other forms of aminophylline at room temperature and away from excess moisture.