Acefylline
Acefylline is used in bronchitis and in bronchial asthma.
Primary Characteristics
It is of Semi Synthetic origin.
It belongs to Phosphodiesterase inhibitor pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Bronchodilator pharmacological group.
Solubility in Water: null · Solubility in Alcohol: null · Non-proprietary name: Acefylline.
Pharmacokinetics
None recorded.
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Indications
Acefylline is primarily indicated in conditions like Ankylosing spondylitis, Asthma, Bronchospasm, Muscle relaxation (rapid onset, short duration), Osteoarthritis.
Acefylline is also indicated for secondary conditions like Cardiac insufficiency.
Contraindications
Acefylline is contraindicated in conditions like Allergy, Rhinitis, Urticaria, Angioedema.
Dosage
Acefylline's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 500.5 mg | 500.5 mg | Every 8h | PO | |
| Paediatric Dosage (20kg) | ||||
| 10.41 mg/kg | 10.41 mg/kg | Every 8h | Oral | |
| Neonatal Dosage (3kg) | ||||
| 7.81 mg/kg | 7.81 mg/kg | Every 8h | Oral | For 4----12 months of children |
Drug Interactions
None recorded.
Side Effects
None recorded.
Warnings / Precautions
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Drug Classification
- 1.25.2.2 — Expectorants