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Treats asthma attacks and other lung problems such as emphysema and chronic bronchitis. This medicine is a bronchodilator.
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Dylix, Lufyllin, Lufyllin-400 |
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Dyphylline
Dylix, Lufyllin, Lufyllin-400
Uses
Treats asthma attacks and other lung problems such as emphysema and chronic bronchitis. This medicine is a bronchodilator.
Storage
- Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
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Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any leftover medicine after you have finished your treatment.
- You will also need to throw away old medicine after the expiration date has passed.
Keep all medicine away from children and never share your medicine with anyone.
How To Use
- APPEARANCE: Liquid, Tablet.
Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to use and how often.
- Your dose may need to be changed several times in order to find out what works best for you.
- Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to.
Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.
Side Effects
- Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing.
Blood in your urine.
Bloody vomit.
Fast, uneven, or pounding heartbeat.
Increase in how much or how often you urinate.
Lightheadedness or fainting.
Rapid breathing.
Severe vomiting, agitation, extreme thirst, seizures.
Warmth or redness in your face, neck, arms, or upper chest.
Precautions
- You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to dyphylline or similar medicines such as theophylline (Theolair®, Uniphyl®) or aminophylline.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, use it as soon as you can.
- If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to use the medicine and skip the missed dose.
- Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Drug Interactions
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding.
Make sure your doctor knows if you have high blood pressure, heart disease, kidney disease, an overactive thyroid, or stomach ulcers.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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