Phyllocontin tablet 225mg

About Phyllocontin tablet 225mg

Phyllocontin Tablet Uses

• Long term control of bronchospasm linked to asthma
• Management of chronic bronchitis and emphysema symptoms
• Support for breathing in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Prevention of exercise induced narrowing of the airways

Phyllocontin Tablet Benefits

• Relaxes the muscles around the airways so breathing feels easier
• Provides steady round the clock protection with a twice daily dose
• Helps reduce nighttime breathlessness in long term asthma and COPD patients

Breathing disorders like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease are common across Pakistan due to air pollution, smoke exposure, and seasonal smog in cities such as Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, and Rawalpindi. Many patients need long term bronchodilator support to manage daily symptoms.

Aminophylline works by relaxing the muscles in the airway walls and reducing mild inflammation, which widens the airways and makes it easier for air to move in and out of the lungs. This effect helps lower the frequency of breathlessness and wheezing episodes.

A pulmonologist should confirm the correct dose based on lung function tests, age, and other medicines a patient takes, since the safe range for this medicine is narrow. Residents of Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, and Rawalpindi can consult a chest specialist through oladoc for ongoing asthma or COPD care.

Drug Class

• Xanthine bronchodilator

Phyllocontin tablet 225mg formula

• Aminophylline

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Phyllocontin tablet 225mg?

• Take Phyllocontin at the same times each day, usually 12 hours apart
• Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water and do not crush it
• Take the medicine with food if it causes stomach upset
• Avoid large amounts of caffeine while on this medicine since both act on the same pathway
• Continue the medicine as prescribed even during symptom free periods unless the doctor advises otherwise

Drug Interactions

• Ciprofloxacin And Other Fluoroquinolones: These antibiotics can raise aminophylline blood levels and increase toxicity risk.
• Phenytoin: This seizure medicine can lower the effectiveness of aminophylline.
• Beta Blockers: These can reduce the bronchodilator effect of this medicine.
• Cimetidine: This ulcer medicine can raise blood levels of aminophylline and increase side effects.

Risks and warnings

• Narrow Safety Margin: The gap between an effective dose and a toxic dose is small, so blood level monitoring may be needed.
• Heart Conditions: Patients with heart disease or an irregular heartbeat need close monitoring on this medicine.
• Seizure History: People with a seizure disorder should use this medicine only under close medical supervision.
• Liver Disease: Reduced liver function can raise blood levels of the medicine and increase side effect risk.
• Smoking: Smoking changes how quickly the body clears this medicine, so the dose may need adjustment.

Side Effects

• Nausea and vomiting
• Headache
• Restlessness and difficulty sleeping
• Fast or irregular heartbeat
• Stomach upset
• Tremor
• Increased urination

Storage Conditions

Store Phyllocontin tablets below 25°C in a dry place away from moisture and direct light. Keep the pack out of reach of children at all times. Discard any unused tablets after the expiry date on the pack.