Ventiphylline Tablet Benefits & Uses

Ventiphylline Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Asthma

Other Benefits

COPD
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)

Ventiphylline Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: salbutamol (2 mg) theophylline (100 mg)/Tablet
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: salbutamol (2 mg) theophylline (100 mg)/Tablet, Dose for 6 - 12 old children
Adult	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: salbutamol (2 mg) theophylline (100 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: salbutamol (2 mg) theophylline (100 mg)/Tablet

Ventiphylline Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Ventiphylline Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Ventiphylline should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Ventiphylline Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Ventiphylline. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ventiphylline Tablet on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Ventiphylline on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Ventiphylline Tablet on the Liver?

Ventiphylline can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ventiphylline Tablet on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Ventiphylline. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Ventiphylline Tablet with Other Drugs

Ventiphylline Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Pancuronium

Moderate

Ventiphylline Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ventiphylline Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Seizures
Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Hyperthermia

Frequently asked Questions about Ventiphylline Tablet

Is this Ventiphylline Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Ventiphylline Tablet is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ventiphylline Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Ventiphylline Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Ventiphylline Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Ventiphylline Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ventiphylline Tablet

It is safe to take Ventiphylline Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ventiphylline Tablet

Consuming Ventiphylline Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Theophylline

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 224-227

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Proventil® HFA (albuterol sulfate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 223

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Product Description [Internet]: SALBUTAMOL. Actavis

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