Intaphylline 77mg/23mg Tablet

Etofylline (77mg)+ Theophylline (23mg)

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Intaphylline 77mg/23mg 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.

Written By Dr. Love Sharma, PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA,
Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS,
Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:08 AM (IST)

MRP ₹32

Gurgaon

General Information

Contains

Etofylline (77mg)+ Theophylline (23mg)

Marketer

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Intaphylline 77mg/23mg 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 Intaphylline Tablet

Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Benefits of Intaphylline Tablet

Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Intaphylline 77mg/23mg 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 Intaphylline 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 Intaphylline

Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Restlessness
Dryness in mouth
Dizziness

How to use Intaphylline 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. Intaphylline 77mg/23mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Avoid Intaphylline 77mg/23mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.

How Intaphylline Tablet works

Intaphylline 77mg/23mg 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.

Quick tips

Intaphylline 77mg/23mg 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 Intaphylline 77mg/23mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Intaphylline 77mg/23mg 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

Intaphylline 77mg/23mg 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 Intaphylline 77mg/23mg Tablet can further decrease the exposure of medicine to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Intaphylline 77mg/23mg 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 Intaphylline 77mg/23mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Intaphylline 77mg/23mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Intaphylline 77mg/23mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

What is the recommended storage condition for the Intaphylline 77mg/23mg 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 Intaphylline 77mg/23mg Tablet?

Intaphylline 77mg/23mg 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 Intaphylline 77mg/23mg Tablet cause insomnia (inability to sleep)?

Yes, the use of Intaphylline 77mg/23mg Tablet may cause insomnia. If you experience any sleep disturbances while using the drug, consult your doctor.

Does high doses of Intaphylline 77mg/23mg Tablet cause serious side effects?

Yes, high doses of Intaphylline 77mg/23mg 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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Marketer details

Name: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.

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Country of origin: India

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Intaphylline 77mg/23mg Tablet

General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Intaphylline Tablet

Benefits of Intaphylline Tablet

Side effects of Intaphylline Tablet

How to use Intaphylline Tablet

How Intaphylline Tablet works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

What is the recommended storage condition for the Intaphylline 77mg/23mg Tablet?

What is Intaphylline 77mg/23mg Tablet?

Does the use of Intaphylline 77mg/23mg Tablet cause insomnia (inability to sleep)?

Does high doses of Intaphylline 77mg/23mg Tablet cause serious side effects?

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