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Elixophyllin

Elixophyllin is a methylxanthine agent which is a kind of asthma drug (lung drug).

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledgereviewed this

Internal Medicine 42 years experience

Drug Class

Methylxanthines

BrandsSlophyllin, Slo bid, Uniphyl, Theo 24, Theodur, Alcophyllex, Alcophyllin, Norstan, Nuelin, Euphyllin, Theophen

Generic DrugTheophylline

Side Effects

Common

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Serious

Low blood pressure

Treats

Allergy

Asthma (teen and adult)

Condition

Prolonged breathing pauses

Condition

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A 47-year-old member asked:

What is the recommended adult dose of elixophyllin, (theophylline) a drug used to treat asthma?

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Why are babies given a stimulant like theophylline?

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A 38-year-old member asked:

Please tell me, could i take theophylline and singular together?

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A 39-year-old member asked:

Can you tell me if i could take theophylline and singular together?

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A member asked:

What neurotransmitter does theophylline affect and how does it do this?

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A 25-year-old female asked:

How long does theophylline (xanthine) take to leave the system? Does it show up in drug tests?

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A 44-year-old member asked:

Can taking theophylline for 6 months cause side effects in a preemie?

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A 32-year-old member asked:

Would it be safe for theophylline and donepezil to interact with one another?

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A 27-year-old female asked:

Didn't declare theophylline to employer but i was taking it until month back. Will it show up in blood work that I have been taking it until recently?

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A 36-year-old member asked:

Is the amount of theophylline in strong tea enough to act as a stimulant?

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