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Elixophylline (Theophylline) - Summary

 

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ELIXOPHYLLINE SUMMARY

ELIXOPHYLLIN®
(brand of theophylline anhydrous)
ELIXIR

Theophylline is structurally classified as a methylxanthine. It occurs as a white, odorless, crystalline powder with a bitter taste.

Theophylline is indicated for the treatment of the symptoms and reversible airflow obstruction associated with chronic asthma and other chronic lung diseases, e.g., emphysema and chronic bronchitis.

ELIXOPHYLLINE NEWS HIGHLIGHTS

Media Articles Related to Elixophylline (Theophylline)

Children's Asthma Affected By Parental Expectations
Source: Health News from Medical News Today [2008.10.06]

Genes may explain racial disparities in asthma (Reuters)
Source: Y! Health Asthma News [2008.10.06]

Health Tip: Pregnancy and Asthma
Source: MedicineNet Asthma Specialty [2008.10.06]

Health Tip: Pregnancy and Asthma (HealthDay)
Source: Y! Health Asthma News [2008.10.03]

Kids Who Wheeze With Rhinovirus at Higher Asthma Risk
Source: MedicineNet Allergy Specialty [2008.10.03]

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Published Studies Related to Elixophylline (Theophylline)

A Randomized Controlled Trial of Theophylline Versus CO(2) Inhalation for Treating Apnea of Prematurity. [2008.06.03]

Effect of theophylline on endogenous hydrogen sulfide production in patients with COPD. [2008]

Prevalence of alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency in poorly controlled asthma--results from the ALA-ACRC low-dose theophylline trial. [2007.10]

The effect of montelukast and low-dose theophylline on cardiovascular disease risk factors in asthmatics. [2007.09]

In vitro and in vivo sustained-release characteristics of theophylline matrix tablets and novel cluster tablets. [2007.08.16]

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Clinical Trials Related to Elixophylline (Theophylline)

Rosiglitazone Versus Theophylline in Asthmatic Smokers [Completed]

All-Trans Retinoic Acid, and Arsenic +/- Gemtuzumab and Theophylline [Recruiting]

Theophylline in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease [Recruiting]

Theophylline in Treating Cancer Patients With Shortness of Breath [Active, not recruiting]

Acetylcysteine, Theophylline, and a Combination of Both in the Prophylaxis of Contrast-Induced Nephropathy [Completed]

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Page last updated: 2008-10-06

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