Theophylline

Question 1

Do people need to stay on the same brand on theophylline

Answer 1

yes

due to bioavailability

Question 2

With which drugs does theophylline cause HYPERkalaemia

Answer 2

• B2 agonists
• Diuretics
• Corticosteroids

Question 3

What, other than smoking, cause a reduction of theophylline clearance

Answer 3

acute febrile illness
(fever)
(if present, reduce dose)

Question 4

Which medication can increase plasma concentration of Theophylline

Answer 4

Ciprofloxacin