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USES: This medication improves breathing by opening air passages in the lungs. It is used in the treatment of asthma, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema.
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Uniphyl
Uses
This medication improves breathing by opening air passages in the lungs. It is used in the treatment of asthma, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema.
Notes
- Do not change your diet without first checking with your doctor.
- Large amounts of char-broiled foods or a high protein, low carbohydrate diet can affect the action of this medication.
- Do not change brands of this medication without consulting your doctor or pharmacist.
- Not all brands are identical in action.
Storage
- Store at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight.
- Do not store in the bathroom.
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How To Use
- This medication is usually taken once a day.
- Swallow each tablet whole.
- Do not crush or chew the tablet.
- It may destroy the long action and increase the possibility of side effects.
- This medication should be taken with the evening meal (between 6PM to 8PM) for best results This medication works best if a constant level is maintained in the body.
- Do this by taking dose(s) at the same time everyday.
Side Effects
- Dizziness, headache, lightheadedness, heartburn, stomach pain, loss of appetite, restlessness, nervousness, sleeplessness or increased urination may occur.
- If any of these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor.
- Inform your doctor if you experience chest pain, rapid or irregular heartbeat, confusion or severe stomach pain.
- In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention.
- Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, dizziness or trouble breathing.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of heart disease, stomach/intestinal ulcers, liver disease, recent fever, thyroid problems, seizures and of any drug or food allergies.
- This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- Theophylline is excreted into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant.
- Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose.
- Instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
Drug Interactions
- Inform your doctor of all the medicines you may use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially of cimetidine, erythromycin, troleandomycin, mexiletine, tacrine, barbiturates, disulfiram, rifampin, thiabendazole, birth control pills, rifabutin, ticlopidine, quinolone antibiotics, beta- blockers, phenytoin, halothane (an anesthetic), zileuton, allopurinol, lithium, carbamazepine and fluvoxamine (an SSRI antidepressant).
- Avoid drinking large amounts of beverages containing caffeine (coffee, tea, colas) or eating large amounts of chocolate.
- Caffeine can increase side effects of this medication.
- Smoking affects this medication.
- Be sure to tell your doctor if you smoke or use nicotine.
- Inform your doctor if you stop smoking.
- Your dose may need to be adjusted.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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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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