Generic name:theophylline (oral route) [ thee-OF-i-lin ]
Drug class:Methylxanthines
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 13, 2022.
The Theo-Dur brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Elixophyllin
- Norphyl
- Phyllocontin
- Quibron-T
- Quibron-T/SR
- Theo-24
- TheoCap
- Theochron
- Theo-Dur
- Theo-Time
- Truxophyllin
- Uniphyl
Available Dosage Forms:
- Tablet, Extended Release
- Tablet, Extended Release, 12 HR
- Capsule, Extended Release, 24 HR
- Solution
- Elixir
- Tablet, Extended Release, 24 HR
Therapeutic Class: Bronchodilator
Chemical Class: Methylxanthine
Uses for Theo-Dur
Theophylline is used together with other medicines to treat the symptoms of asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, and other lung diseases.
Theophylline belongs to a group of medicines known as bronchodilators. Bronchodilators are medicines that relax the muscles in the bronchial tubes (air passages) of the lungs. They relieve cough, wheezing, shortness of breath, and troubled breathing by increasing the flow of air through the bronchial tubes.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Before using Theo-Dur
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients caref...
