Theophylline
- Generic Name
- Theophylline
- Brand Names
- Elixophyllin, Elixophylline, Pulmophylline, Quibron-T, Theo-24, Theolair, Uniphyl
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C7H8N4O2
- CAS Number
- 58-55-9
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 0I55128JYK
Overview
A methylxanthine derivative from tea with diuretic, smooth muscle relaxant, bronchial dilation, cardiac and central nervous system stimulant activities. Mechanistically, theophylline acts as a phosphodiesterase inhibitor, adenosine receptor blocker, and histone deacetylase activator. Theophylline is marketed under several brand names such as Uniphyl and Theochron, and it is indicated mainly for asthma, bronchospasm, and COPD.
Background
A methylxanthine derivative from tea with diuretic, smooth muscle relaxant, bronchial dilation, cardiac and central nervous system stimulant activities. Mechanistically, theophylline acts as a phosphodiesterase inhibitor, adenosine receptor blocker, and histone deacetylase activator. Theophylline is marketed under several brand names such as Uniphyl and Theochron, and it is indicated mainly for asthma, bronchospasm, and COPD.
Indication
For the treatment of the symptoms and reversible airflow obstruction associated with chronic asthma and other chronic lung diseases, such as emphysema and chronic bronchitis.
Associated Conditions
- Asthma
- Bronchitis
- Bronchoconstriction
- Bronchospasm
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Chronic bronchial inflammation
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FDA Approved Products
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