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| U.S. Brand Names |
| Hydrophed®; Marax® |
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| Generic Available |
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Yes |
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| Synonyms |
| Ephedrine, Theophylline, and Hydroxyzine; Hydroxyzine, Theophylline, and Ephedrine |
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| Pharmacological Index |
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Theophylline Derivative |
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| Use |
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Possibly effective for controlling bronchospastic disorders |
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| Pregnancy Risk Factor |
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C |
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| Usual Dosage |
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Children: 2-5 years: 1/2 tablet 2-4 times/day or 2.5 mL 3-4 times/day >5 years: 1/2 tablet 2-4 times/day or 5 mL 3-4 times/day Adults: 1 tablet 2-4 times/day |
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| Dietary Considerations |
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Should be administered with water 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals |
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| Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions |
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Use vasoconstrictors with caution since ephedrine may enhance cardiostimulation and vasopressor effects of sympathomimetics |
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| Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment |
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Prescribe erythromycin products with caution to patients taking theophylline products. Erythromycin will delay the normal metabolic inactivation of theophyllines leading to increased blood levels; this has resulted in nausea, vomiting, and CNS restlessness. |
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| Patient Information |
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See individual agents. Pregnancy/breast-feeding precautions: Inform prescriber if you are or intend to get pregnant. Breast-feeding is contraindicated. |
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| Dosage Forms |
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Syrup, dye free: Theophylline 32.5 mg, ephedrine 6.25 mg, and hydroxyzine 2.5 mg per 5 mL Tablet: Theophylline 130 mg, ephedrine 25 mg, and hydroxyzine 10 mg |
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