What is Aminophylline?
Aminophylline is a bronchodilator and is utilised in conjunction with other medicines to treat sudden increases in signs of asthma, bronchitis, or emphysema.Aminophylline can also be used for reasons not mentioned in this guideline for medication.
Side effects of Aminophylline
See a doctor immediately. If you are experiencing warning signs of an allergic response, such as hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of your lips, face, or tongue,
Contact your family carers immediately in the event that you are suffering from:
- Vomiting or severe nausea;
- Irregular or fast heartbeats;
- A seizure;
- Blood sugar levels are high—increased thirst, more frequent urine output, dry mouth, and a breath smell that is fruity or
- Low potassium level: leg cramps, constipation irregular heartbeats, the chest fluttering sensation of tingling or numbness, muscular weakness, or a limp sensation.
Risky side effects are more frequent in older adults.
Common adverse effects of aminophylline could include:
- Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea;
- Experiencing irritability or feeling uneasy;
- Tremors;
- Increased urination
- Headache
- Sleep problems (insomnia).
This isn't an exhaustive list of all the side effects. Others could happen. Contact your physician to seek medical advice on the effects. You can report any side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Similar or related drugs
albuterol, dexamethasone, hydrocortisone, Ventolin, Ventolin HFA, theophylline, and Xopenex
Warnings
In an emergency situation, you might not be able to tell the medical professionals about your health issues. Be sure that any physician caring for you following the incident knows that you've received aminophylline.
Prior to use this drug
It is not recommended to take this medicine if you suffer from an allergic reaction to aminophylline and theophylline.
If you can, before receiving aminophylline, let your medical professionals know whether you recently experienced a fever or previously had:
- An stomach ulcer;
- Seizures;
- Heart issues;
- The lungs are filled with fluid.
- An thyroid disorder;
- Cirrhosis Hepatitis, cirrhosis, or any other liver problem;
- Kidney disease
- A serious infection called sepsis.
Inform your doctor if you are a smoker or have recently quit smoking. Smoking can affect your aminophylline dose.It is unclear if this medicine can cause harm to a baby who is not yet born. Inform your doctor if you are expecting.Aminophylline may be found in breast milk and can cause a fussy baby or other adverse effects for nursing babies. Consult your physician if you are breastfeeding.In the event of an emergency, you might not be able to inform medical professionals about your health issues. Be sure that any physician caring for you following the incident knows that the medicine you took
How to take Aminophylline?
Aminophylline is injected as an injection into the vein. The healthcare professional will give the injection.You'll need tests from a medical professional to assist your doctor in determining how long you will be treated with aminophylline.
What happens if I miss the dose?
Because aminophylline is administered in a clinical setting, it is unlikely that you will miss a dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Because aminophylline is administered by a medical specialist in a medical setting, there is no risk of an overdose occurring.
What should be avoided?
Follow the doctor's advice regarding any limitations on foods, drinks, or any activity.
Interaction with other drugs
It is sometimes not safe to take certain medications in combination. Certain medications can alter the blood levels of other medications you are taking, which could cause more side effects or make the medication less effective.
