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Theo-dur Guide
- Summary
- Why it is Prescribed
- Brand Names
- How it Works
- Other Information
- Other Uses
- Overdose
- Precautions
- Possible Side Effects
- Special Dietary Concerns
- Storage Conditions
Why it is Prescribed
Theophylline is used to prevent and treat wheezing, shortness of breath, and difficulty breathing caused by asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and other lung diseases. It relaxes and opens air passages in the lungs, making it easier to breathe. This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
How it Works
Theophylline comes as a tablet, capsule, solution, and syrup to take by mouth. It usually is taken every 6, 8, 12, or 24 hours. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take theophylline exactly as directed. Do not ...
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Common Reflux Meds
) procainamide (Procanbid) sucralfate (Carafate) theophylline (Theo-Dur, Slo-bid) Tagamet--Cimetidine (Theo-Dur) Pepcid--Famotidine This drug is one of the H2 blockers. It partially blocks the production
Aug 11, 2008
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Who Suffers from Asthma?
, Slo-Bid, Theophylline, Theo-Dur, Azmacort, Albuterol, all those names were ... Does anyone on the boards suffer from asthma? It is quite common, but in varying degrees. My...
Dec 19, 2006
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Methotrexate and Erythromycin (antibiotic)
); theophylline (Theo-Dur, Theobid, and others); midazolam (Versed) or triazolam... Do any of you know if there is some kind of drug interaction between these two drugs and have...
Sep 01, 2004
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