Basic Profile / Key Facts
Drug Category
- Cardiotonic Agents
- Bronchodilator Agents
- Respiratory Smooth Muscle Relaxants
Dosage Forms
- Liquid
- Solution
- Tablet
- Tablet (extended-release)
Indications
For the treatment of bronchospasm due to asthma, emphysema and chronic bronchitis.
Pharmacology
Aminophylline is the ethylenediamine salt of theophylline. Theophylline stimulates the CNS, skeletal muscles, and cardiac muscle. It relaxes certain smooth muscles in the bronchi, produces diuresis, and causes an increase in gastric secretion.
Mechanism of Action
Theophylline is structurally related to theobromine and caffeine. The precise mechanism of action of theophylline is not known.
Absorption
Not Available
Toxicity
Not Available
Biotrnasformation / Drug Metabolism
Not Available
Contraindications
Not Available
Drug Interactions
Not Available
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