Question 1

aminophylline overdose for children' my kid is 2 years old and took aminophylline 350 instead of 125 for two days twice daily what's longterm sideeffe?

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Symptoms now ??: Aminophyllin at that dosage over the long term can precipitate uncontrollable seizures.If the errror was caught before that ensued, the med would have the effects of irritability, headaches and rapid heart rate. After the level has dropped to normal and or the medication is out of their system, no long term problems are usually seen. As a cousin of caffeine, its effect and side effects r similar.

Question 2

does aminophylline cure asthma?

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No cure-but helps-: In the 1960s &1970s, theophylline was a popular option for the treatment of chronic stable asthma, largely because of the disadvantages of alternative therapies. Theophylline has potential toxic side effects, necessitating monitoring of serum levels (blood test). Standard modern therapy now comprises of inhaled nebulized β2 agonists (albuterol) and inhaled/systemic corticosteroids.

Question 3

brand name version aminophylline?

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Multiple: Typical brand names for aminophylline include:
phyllocontin
truphylline
minomal.

Question 4

aminophylline for apnea and bradycardia for how long after birth?

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Apnea and bradycardi: Aminophyllin is used less and less. Usually caffeine is used, less side effects, less monitoring. Caffeine is usuaily discintinued within 2 months after discharge.

Question 5

is a cellulite lotion which contains the asthma drug, aminophylline safe to use?

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Cellulite lotion: Aminophylline has been a useful drug for asthma. It is still used but not as frequently. When used  by mouth or intravenously we are able to check the blood levels to avoid toxicity. It's use for the cellulites as  a local application is quite safe. However, the effectiveness is controversial.  I guess there will be no harm in trying. Please share your experience.

Question 6

why do they give aminophylline to some preemies?

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For apnea or prem.: Aminophylline may be preferred to enhance contractility in the diaphragm/lungs or benefit from it's bronchodilator properties.Side effects-possible decrease in cerebral blood flow & concerns re: role in the occurrence or severity of necrotizing enterocolitis. Caffeine has a wider therapeutic margin-less chance of overdosing-thus it is the preferred agent.

Question 7

so how often do i have to take albuterol, prednisolone and aminophylline in order to reduce its side effects on the body.

Accepted Answer

Not sure t: If you're talking about the "jitteriness" with albuterol and aminophylline, this should diminish the longer you take them but on a routine basis. Prednisone is another story. Water retention, acne, weight gain is common but does not necessarily diminish with time. If it can be switched to a inhaled form, the side effects candiminish dramatically.

Question 8

i urinate more frequently after taking albuterol, aminophylline. is it normal or abnormal ?

Accepted Answer

Aminophylline: This is a side effect of the medication.

Question 9

can a parents allergies be passed on to their children?

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Not Exactly: What is passed genetically from parent to child is the propensity to develop atopy (such as eczema, asthma, allergic rhinitis, food allergies) but usually not sensitization to specific allergens which the parent is allergic to.  The exception, which is a controversial topic, is drug allergies, but this is usually dependent on metabolism of the drug which is inherited rather than the allergy.

Question 10

does a cough come with allergies in children?

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Sometimes: But not all the time. Nasal allergies are not a frequent cause of a really bad persistent cough. In a child with allergies and a really bad cough (assuming no fever) I would be concerned about a reactive airway/asthma type condition. If the child also had eczema I would be even more concerned.

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Is a cellulite lotion which contains the asthma drug, aminophylline safe to use?

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Why do they give aminophylline to some preemies?

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So how often do i have to take albuterol, prednisolone and aminophylline in order to reduce its side effects on the body.

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