Description
Usage
Teokap SR is used to treat respiratory distress caused by obstruction of the airways (bronchoconstriction) in patients with persistent bronchial asthma or moderate to severe obstructive respiratory tract disease. It is recommended to combine Teokap SR with other bronchodilator and anti-inflammatory drugs like long-acting β-sympathomimetics and glucocorticoids when used in long-term therapy of the above-mentioned diseases.
Precautions
Before taking Teokap SR, it is essential to consult with your healthcare provider. Teokap SR should not be used if you are hypersensitive (allergic) to Theophylline Anhydrous or any of its ingredients. If you have recently had a heart attack, suffer from acute heart rhythm disorder with rapid heartbeat (tachyarrhythmia), or unstable angina pectoris (coronary disease), it is advised not to take it.
It is recommended to take Teokap SR with special caution if you have a tendency towards heart rhythm disorder with rapid heartbeat, very high blood pressure, hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy (chronic heart muscle disease), hyperactivity of the thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism), epilepsy, gastric and/or duodenal ulcer, porphyria (specific metabolic disorder), liver or kidney dysfunction, or receive electroconvulsive therapy as theophylline may prolong the duration of spasm (cramp).
Side Effects
Like all medications, Teokap SR has some common side effects. These may include irritability, mild temporary caffeine-like effects such as headache, nausea, diarrhea, trouble sleeping, mild temporary changes in behavior, restlessness, and temporary increased urination. If any of these side effects persist or become bothersome, it is recommended to check with your doctor.
Conclusion
Teokap SR is a medication that contains Theophylline Anhydrous and is used to treat respiratory tract diseases. It is essential to follow the precautions and consult with a healthcare provider before taking it. Although it has some common side effects, it is still an effective treatment option for patients with respiratory distress caused by obstruction of the airways. If you have any concerns about it, it is always best to talk to your healthcare provider.
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