Deriphyllin Retard 150 Tablet

Composition of Deriphyllin Retard 150 Tablet

Deriphyllin Retard 150 Tablet contains Etofylline (115mg) + Theophylline (35mg). It belongs to the Methylxanthine (xanthine derivative) bronchodilator class of medicines.

Uses of Deriphyllin Retard 150 Tablet

• Bronchial asthma
• chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• chronic bronchitis and other breathing disorders with bronchospasm/wheezing

Key benefits

• Relieves bronchospasm and wheezing
• Improves breathing and airflow in asthma/COPD
• Helps reduce breathlessness and chest tightness
• Provides sustained bronchodilation (retard release)

How Deriphyllin Retard 150 Tablet works

Etofylline is a xanthine bronchodilator. It relaxes smooth muscles in the airways and reduces bronchospasm, leading to easier breathing and improved airflow.

How to take Deriphyllin Retard 150 Tablet

Take as prescribed by the doctor. Swallow the retard (sustained-release) tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew. Usually taken after food at the same time each day.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Deriphyllin Retard 150 Tablet PR, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting, severe drowsiness, a racing heart and, with codeine, dangerously slow breathing. It can cause vomiting, a racing heart, fits and dangerous heart rhythm disturbance. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Deriphyllin Retard 150 Tablet

Most side effects of Deriphyllin Retard are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Nausea
• vomiting
• stomach upset
• headache
• restlessness
• tremor
• insomnia
• palpitations
• increased heart rate

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Deriphyllin Retard 150 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Prescription-only (Schedule H). Use with caution in heart disease/arrhythmias, hypertension, hyperthyroidism, peptic ulcer disease, liver or kidney impairment, seizure disorders and in elderly. Excess dose may cause serious toxicity (severe vomiting, seizures, dangerous arrhythmias); seek urgent care if symptoms occur. Avoid excessive caffeine. Do not stop or change dose without medical advice.

Do not take Deriphyllin Retard if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Codeine-containing preparations are not for children, or for anyone with breathing difficulty.

Interactions with other medicines

Caffeine and other xanthines (additive stimulation), beta-agonist bronchodilators (additive cardiac effects), macrolide antibiotics (e.g., erythromycin), fluoroquinolones (e.g., ciprofloxacin), cimetidine (may increase xanthine levels), phenytoin/carbamazepine/rifampicin (may reduce levels), beta-blockers (may reduce bronchodilation)

How to store Deriphyllin Retard 150 Tablet

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Deriphyllin Retard 150 Tablet

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 tests to monitor potassium levels 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.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

GERMAN REMEDIES

Therapeutic class:

Bronchodilator (anti-asthmatic/COPD)

Drug class:

Methylxanthine (xanthine derivative) bronchodilator