Medications and Drugs
GENERIC NAME: THEOPHYLLINE/EPHEDRINE/PHENOBARBITAL - ORAL (thee-OFF-ih-lin/eff-ED-rin/fee-no-BARB-ih-tall)
BRAND NAME(S): Tedrigen, Theophen, Theotal
Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage
USES: This combination medication is used in the treatment of breathing trouble associated with asthma, emphysema, bronchitis, and other such illnesses.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth as prescribed. Try to take each dose at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night. Do not increase your dose or take this more often than directed. This medication is best taken with a full glass of water after a meal or snack.
SIDE EFFECTS: Dizziness, drowsiness, headache, loss of appetite, nausea, stomach upset or dry mouth may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly. Notify your doctor if you develop: chest pain (angina), a rapid pulse, skin rash, difficulty urinating, flushing, tremors, nervousness, breathing trouble. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have: blood disorders, heart disease, ulcers, kidney disease, high blood pressure, an over- active thyroid, glaucoma, prostate trouble, depression, seizure, disorders, a history of substance abuse, allergies (especially drug allergies). Use caution performing tasks requiring alertness if this medication causes you to feel drowsy. Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages while taking this medication since excessive sedation can occur. This medication is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using this medication. This medication passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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