Deriphyllin Tablet

Written By Dr. Love Sharma, PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA

Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:09 AM (IST)

Deriphyllin Tablet is used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked). It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages and making it easier to breathe.

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General Information

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Etofylline (77mg)+ Theophylline (23mg)

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Zydus Cadila

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Product introduction

Deriphyllin Tablet is taken without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, dizziness, stomach upset, headache, and restlessness. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any heart, kidney and liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Uses of Deriphyllin Tablet

Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Benefits of Deriphyllin Tablet

Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Deriphyllin Tablet helps the airways in your lungs stay open. It relaxes the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for air to get in and out. It will relieve symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.

Side effects of Deriphyllin Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Deriphyllin

Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Restlessness
Dryness in mouth
Dizziness

How to use Deriphyllin Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Deriphyllin Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Avoid Deriphyllin Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.

How Deriphyllin Tablet works

Deriphyllin Tablet is a combination of two bronchodilators: Etofylline and Theophylline. They work by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widen the airways. This makes breathing easier.

All substitutes for Deriphyllin Tablet

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Quick tips

Deriphyllin Tablet is used for treatment and prevention of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Take it at the same time each day, preferably in the evening after food.
It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Always keep a fast-acting (rescue) inhaler with you.
Your doctor may take regular blood test to monitor potassium level and the level of this medicine in your body.
Notify your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney, liver or heart disease, or if you have a smoking history. Your dose may need to be adjusted.
Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Deriphyllin Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Deriphyllin Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Deriphyllin Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Avoiding breastfeeding for 2-4 hours after Deriphyllin Tablet can further decrease the exposure of medicine to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Deriphyllin Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Deriphyllin Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Deriphyllin Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Deriphyllin Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

What is the recommended storage condition for the Deriphyllin Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

What is Deriphyllin Tablet?

Deriphyllin Tablet is a combination of two bronchodilators: Etofylline / Etophylline and Theophylline. They belong to a family of medicines called bronchodilators and work by widening the air passages in your lungs which allows you to breathe more easily and feel less congested. It is indicated in patients with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (chest disease).

Does the use of Deriphyllin Tablet cause insomnia (inability to sleep)?

Yes, the use of Deriphyllin Tablet may cause insomnia. If you experience any sleep disturbances while using the drug, consult your doctor.

Does high doses of Deriphyllin Tablet cause serious side effects?

Yes, high doses of Deriphyllin Tablet can cause very serious effects. The patient may have nausea, vomiting and stomach pain. The patient may experience a faster heart rate or may shake uncontrollably. Severe cases of overdose may cause seizures, coma or may prove to be fatal. In case of overdose, contact the nearest hospital emergency room immediately.

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Patients taking Deriphyllin Tablet

Twice A Day

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Once A Day

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Thrice A Day

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Patient concerns

Is it advisable to take these medicine because I am 3.5 months pregnant

Dr. Jyotsna Gupta

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

it is ok to take sompraz, deriphyllin and local inhaler

i m suffering from breathing problem cough chest infame . Do tell chronic obstructive pulmonary disease .So tell which medicines should i take to treat this problem.

Dr. Anshum Aneja Arora

Pulmonology

It is less likely you have copd at this age You need detailed check up and spirometry test for same

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Name: Zydus Cadila
Address: Zydus Tower, Satellite Cross Roads,Ahmedabad – 380015 Gujarat, India.

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Country of origin: India
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Deriphyllin Tablet

General Information

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Marketer

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Product introduction

Uses of Deriphyllin Tablet

Benefits of Deriphyllin Tablet

Side effects of Deriphyllin Tablet

How to use Deriphyllin Tablet

How Deriphyllin Tablet works

All substitutes for Deriphyllin Tablet

Dericip 77mg/23mg Tablet

Deripen 77mg/23mg Tablet

Intaphylline 77mg/23mg Tablet

Agrophyllin 77mg/23mg Tablet

Bronkex 77mg/23mg Tablet

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

What is the recommended storage condition for the Deriphyllin Tablet?

What is Deriphyllin Tablet?

Does the use of Deriphyllin Tablet cause insomnia (inability to sleep)?

Does high doses of Deriphyllin Tablet cause serious side effects?

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Is it advisable to take these medicine because I am 3.5 months pregnant

i m suffering from breathing problem cough chest infame . Do tell chronic obstructive pulmonary disease .So tell which medicines should i take to treat this problem.

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