Uniphyllin (Theophylline)

Theophylline is a methylxanthine drug which is used in the treatment of respiratory diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma. It contains: Theophylline 400 mg, Cetostearyl alcohol, Hydroxyethyl cellulose, Magnesium stearate, Povidone

If you are allergic to it or if you have any other kind of allergies, it is better to inform your healthcare provider, before taking Uniphyl. To know more details, you should talk to your doctor. Your physician should know your complete medical history as this is very crucial, especially of: Stomach/intestinal ulcer, Seizures, Thyroid disease, Heart problems, Liver disease, High blood pressure The benefits and the risk of using Uniphyl during pregnancy should be discussed with the doctor.

If you are using Uniphyl with consultation from your doctor, then you should keep the fact in mind that he has weighed the pros and cons of the medicine before prescribing them to you. There are a few side effects of using Uniphyl. You need to look out for the following and inform the doctor if they worsen: Nausea, Stomach pain, Headache, Trouble sleeping, Diarrhea, Irritability, Restlessness, Irregular heartbeat, Muscle cramps, Fainting, Confusion, Dizziness Get medical help right away if you have any very serious side effects. Developing an allergic reaction to Uniphyl is rare. However, if such a situation arises, get medical assistance immediately. If you notice anything other than above-listed side effects, you should contact your physician.