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Lufyllin Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

For relief of acute bronchial asthma and for reversible bronchospasm associated with chronic bronchitis and emphysema.

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What is Patient information?

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Lufyllin Patient Information: Side Effects

If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking dyphylline and seek emergency medical attention:

  • an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
  • seizures;
  • increased or irregular heartbeats; or
  • severe nausea or vomiting.

Other, less serious side effects may occur although they are not common at appropriate doses. Continue to take dyphylline and talk to your doctor if you experience

  • slight nausea, decreased appeti...

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Lufyllin Consumer Information: Uses

This medication is used to treat and prevent wheezing and trouble breathing caused by ongoing lung disease (e.g., asthma, emphysema, chronic bronchitis). Dyphylline belongs to a class of drugs known as xanthines. It works in the airways by relaxing muscles, opening air passages to improve breathing, and decreasing the lungs' response to irritants. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school.

HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth with or without food, usually 4 times daily or as directed by your doctor. I...

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