Theophylline ethylenediamine

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Bronchodilator (116 mg theophylline-ethylene diamine = 100 mg theophylline).

IndicationThis section has been translated automatically.

Bronchial asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema

Dosage and method of useThis section has been translated automatically.

450-1050 mg/day p.o.

Undesirable effectsThis section has been translated automatically.

Allergic reactions including anaphylactic shock, drug-induced Lyell syndrome, bronchospasm, thrombopenia.

InteractionsThis section has been translated automatically.

The effect of diazepam is reduced, pancuronium causes tachyarrhythmia.

ContraindicationThis section has been translated automatically.

Theophylline, ethylenediamine or piperazine hypersensitivity.

PreparationsThis section has been translated automatically.

Aminophylline, theophylline-EDA-ratiopharm

Note(s)This section has been translated automatically.

Outdated therapy principle, due to the ethylenediamine component often allergies, other theophylline preparations should be used!

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer