AMINOPHYLLINE INJECTION BP Injection Ref.[6164] Active ingredients: Aminophylline

Source: Medicines & Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (GB)  Revision Year: 2015  Publisher: hameln pharmaceuticals ltd, Gloucester, UK

Pharmacodynamic properties

Aminophylline is a soluble derivative of theophylline and is given for its theophylline activity. Aminophylline relaxes smooth muscle and relieves bronchial spasm. It stimulates the myocardium and reduces venous pressure in congestive heart failure, leading to a marked increase in cardiac output. It has stimulant effect on respiration, and also a diuretic action of short duration.

Pharmacokinetic properties

None stated.

Preclinical safety data

No further information other than that which is included in the Summary of Product Characteristics.

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