Imitrisin Injection

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

Reviewed By Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:04 AM (IST)

Imitrisin Injection is used to treat and prevent symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which flow of air to the lung is blocked). It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe.

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10 ml Injection

General Information

Contains

Aminophylline (125mg/ml)

Marketer

RSM Kilitch Pharma Pvt Ltd

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Product introduction

Imitrisin Injection is given as a slow injection into veins or as drip by the doctor. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Get the injection for as long as it is prescribed. Do not miss any doses, in case you missed a dose, get it as soon as you remember it. Your doctor may get regular blood tests to monitor the level of medicine in your blood.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, feeling restless or irritable, tremors, increased urination, headache, insomnia. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Generally, it is advised to avoid alcohol or do not smoke while on treatment with this medicine.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease or if you have heart-related problems. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting the treatment.

Uses of Imitrisin Injection

Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Benefits of Imitrisin Injection

Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Imitrisin Injection helps the lungs’ airways to stay open. It relaxes the muscles of these airways, making it easier for the air to get in and out. It relieves COPD symptoms, such as tightness in the chest, shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing, and helps one carry out 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 by the doctor.

Side effects of Imitrisin Injection

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 Imitrisin

Irritation
Frequent urge to urinate
Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Restlessness
Convulsion
Gastrointestinal irritation
Irritability
Increased production of urine
Shakiness
Increased gastric acid secretion
Gastro-esophageal reflux disease

How to use Imitrisin Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Imitrisin Injection works

Imitrisin Injection is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles of the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.

Quick tips

You have been prescribed Imitrisin Injection for prevention and treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
It is given as a slow injection into veins or as a drip under the supervision of a doctor.
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

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Imitrisin Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Imitrisin Injection 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

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Imitrisin Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Imitrisin Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Imitrisin Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Imitrisin Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Imitrisin Injection a steroid/ an antibiotic?

Imitrisin Injection is not a steroid or antibiotic, it belongs to xanthine derivatives class of medications

Is aminophylline same as theophylline?

No. Aminophylline is a complex of theophylline and ethylenediamine

Does Imitrisin Injection cause dyspnea/ diuresis/ bradycardia/ tachycardia?

Imitrisin Injection is known to cause dyspnea, diuresis or tachycardia. However, it does not cause bradycardia. Consult your doctor, if you experience any side effects.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Methylxanthines & Theophylline Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

Theophylline & its derivatives

References

Boushey HA. Drugs Used in Asthma. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 345.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 53, 1350-51.
Aminophylline. Gloucester UK: Hameln Pharmaceuticals Ltd.; 1990 [revised 23 Jan. 2015]. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-S198. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

Patient concerns

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

What is chronic pulmonary thromboembolism?

Dr. Saurabh Arora

Cardiology

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Marketer details

Name: RSM Kilitch Pharma Pvt Ltd
Address: 120 Bull Temple Road Cross, Opp Maratha Hostel, Bangalore 560019.

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Imitrisin Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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Imitrisin Injection

General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Imitrisin Injection

Benefits of Imitrisin Injection

Side effects of Imitrisin Injection

How to use Imitrisin Injection

How Imitrisin Injection works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

Is Imitrisin Injection a steroid/ an antibiotic?

Is aminophylline same as theophylline?

Does Imitrisin Injection cause dyspnea/ diuresis/ bradycardia/ tachycardia?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

References

Patient concerns

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.

What is chronic pulmonary thromboembolism?

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