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Quibron-T/sr
Theophylline-Oral


Quibron-T/sr improves breathing by opening air passages in the lungs. It is used in the treatment of asthma, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema.

ALTERNATE NAMES

Theo-Dur, Theo-X, Theolair-Sr, Theophylline Anhydrous, Theochron, Theophylline

 
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quibron-T/sr
Theo-Dur, Theo-X, Theolair-Sr, Theophylline Anhydrous, Theochron, Theophylline

Uses
Quibron-T/sr improves breathing by opening air passages in the lungs. It is used in the treatment of asthma, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema.


Storage
  • Store at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight.
  • Do not store in the bathroom.
  • Do not freeze liquid forms of Quibron-T/sr.


Overdose
  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • Symptoms of overdose may include unusually fast or slow heartbeat, loss of appetite, nausea/vomiting, sleeplessness, irritability, restlessness, headache, increased thirst, fever, ringing in ears, delirium, muscle twitching or weakness, seizures, sweating, or fast breathing.

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Quibron-T SR Extended Release
Quibron-T SR Extended Release
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Quibron -T SR tablets

How To Use
  • Quibron-T/sr works best when taken on an empty stomach one hour before or two hours after meals.
  • If stomach upset occurs, it may be taken with food.
  • Long acting capsules and tablets must be swallowed whole.
  • Crushing or chewing them may destroy the long action and increase the possibility of side effects.
  • If capsules are too large to swallow, open the capsule and mix the contents with jelly or applesauce and swallow without chewing.
  • Quibron-T/sr works best if a constant level is maintained in the body.
  • Do this by taking doses at evenly spaced intervals.

Side Effects
  • Dizziness, headache, lightheadedness, heartburn, stomach pain, loss of appetite, restlessness, nervousness, sleeplessness or increased urination may occur as your body adjusts to the medication.
  • If these symptoms persist or worsen, inform your doctor.
  • Inform your doctor if you experience: chest pain, rapid or irregular heartbeat, confusion, severe stomach pain, breathing difficulties.
  • If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions
  • Avoid drinking large amounts of beverages containing caffeine (coffee, tea, colas) or eating large amounts of chocolate.
  • Caffeine can increase side effects of Quibron-T/sr.
  • Smoking affects Quibron-T/sr.
  • 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.
  • Quibron-T/sr should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed.
  • Because small amounts of Quibron-T/sr appear in breast milk, consult with your doctor before breast-feeding.
  • Tell your doctor your complete medical history especially if you are taking medicine (beta-blockers) for high blood pressure.

Missed Dose
  • If you miss a dose, take 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 about all the medicines you use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially if you take: cimetidine, erythromycin, troleandomycin, mexiletine, tacrine, barbiturates, disulfiram, rifampin, thiabendazole, birth control pills, rifabutin, ticlopidine, quinolone antibiotics, beta-blockers, phenytoin, fluvoxamine (an SSRI antidepressant), St John s wort.
  • Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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