Dyphylline-GG

Generic name: dyphylline and guaifenesin
Dosage form: tablet
Drug class:Antiasthmatic combinations

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Nov 22, 2021.

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Dyphylline-GG Description

Each Dyphylline GG ES TABLET for oral administration contains:

Dyphylline GG ES also contains the following inactive ingredients: Magnesium Stearate, Maltodextrin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Polyvinylpyrrolidone, Silica, Sodium Saccharin, Sodium Starch Glycolate, Stearic Acid and Vanilla Flavor.

Dyphylline is a bronchodilator which occurs as a white, odorless, extremely bitter, amorphous or crystalline solid. It is freely soluble in water; sparingly soluble in alcohol and in chloroform; practically insoluble in ether. The chemical name is 1H Purine-2,6-dione, 7-(2,3- dihydroxypropyl)-3,7-dihydro- 1,3-dimethyl-. Its structural formula is as follows:

Guaifenesin is an expectorant which occurs as a white to slightly gray, crystalline powder, having a bitter taste. It may have a slight characteristic odor. It is soluble in water, alcohol, chloroform, glycerin, and propylene glycol. The chemical name is 1, 2-Propanediol, 3-(2-methoxyphenoxy)-. Its structural formula is as follows:

Dyphylline-GG - Clinical Pharmacology

Dyphylline is a xanthine derivative with pharmacologic actions similar to those of theophylline and other members of this class of drugs. Its primary action is that of bronchodilation...