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Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Regain Aminophylin Injection is used to treat Asthma and Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It contains Aminophylline, which relaxes and opens air passages in the lungs, making breathing easier. Besides this, it relieves various symptoms such as cough, wheezing, shortness of breath, and trouble breathing by increasing airflow through the bronchial tubes. Common side effects of Regain Aminophylin Injection are upset stomach, stomach pain, diarrhoea, headache, restlessness, injection site reactions and irritability.

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Composition :

AMINOPHYLLINE-400MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Regaine Laboratories

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Regain Aminophylin Injection

Regain Aminophylin Injection belongs to the class of drugs called bronchodilators. It is indicated for the relief of bronchospasm associated with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Asthma is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty breathing. COPD is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes).

Regain Aminophylin Injection contains Aminophylline, which helps to relieve bronchospasm associated with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Aminophylline relaxes and opens air passages in the lungs, making breathing easier.

Regain Aminophylin Injection is usually administered by a qualified healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Regain Aminophylin Injection may cause certain side effects, including upset stomach, stomach pain, diarrhoea, headache, restlessness, injection site reactions and irritability. Most of these side effects of Regain Aminophylin Injection do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Before prescribing the Regain Aminophylin Injection, let your doctor know about all your medical conditions, allergic reactions, and all medications you are using. Also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Regain Aminophylin Injection may cause insomnia and restlessness; therefore, avoid driving vehicles or operating machinery until you return to normal. Avoid the consumption of tobacco. Smoking may affect the effectiveness of aminophylline.

Uses of Regain Aminophylin Injection

Treatment of Asthma and Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Directions for Use

Regain Aminophylin Injection will be administered by a trained healthcare professional. Do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

Regain Aminophylin Injection contains Aminophylline. It belongs to the class of drugs called bronchodilators. It is indicated to relieve bronchospasm associated with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Aminophylline relaxes and opens air passages in the lungs, making breathing easier. It also relieves various symptoms such as cough, wheezing, shortness of breath, and trouble breathing by increasing airflow through the bronchial tubes.

How Regain Aminophylin Injection Works

Regain Aminophylin Injection contains Aminophylline, which helps to relieve bronchospasm associated with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Aminophylline relaxes and opens air passages in the lungs, making breathing easier.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Regain Aminophylin Injection

  • Upset stomach
  • Stomach pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Headache
  • Restlessness
  • Insomnia
  • Irritability
  • Injection site reaction

What if I have taken an overdose of Regain Aminophylin Injection

Since Regain Aminophylin Injection is given in a controlled medical setting by a healthcare professional, an overdose is not likely to occur. If you think there has been an overdose or experiencing any adverse events, get medical care right away. In a medical setting, an overdose would be treated quickly. Overdose of Regain Aminophylin Injection may cause vomiting, hypokalemia, hyperglycemia, sinus tachycardia, seizures, and arrhythmias.

Drug Warnings

Before receiving Regain Aminophylin Injection, let your doctor know about all your medical conditions, such as if you have or have ever had seizures, heart disease, an overactive or underactive thyroid gland, high blood pressure, or kidney or liver disease or if you have a history of alcohol abuse, allergic reactions (especially aminophylline, theophylline’s, theobromine, caffeine or to any of the excipients present in Regain Aminophylin Injection), and all medication history you are using. Also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding before receiving Regain Aminophylin Injection. Avoid the consumption of tobacco. Smoking may affect the effectiveness of aminophylline.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AminophyllineRiociguat
Critical
AminophyllineBetaxolol
Severe

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AminophyllineRiociguat
Critical
How does the drug interact with Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml:
Coadministration of Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml with Riociguat may significantly lower your blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml with Riociguat can cause an interaction, however, it can be taken only if a doctor has advised it. If you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, shortness of breath, fainting, flushing, headache, and nasal congestion, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AminophyllineBetaxolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml:
Taking Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml and Betaxolol together may reduce the effectiveness of Betaxolol and increase the effects of Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml and Betaxolol together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, sleeplessness, tremors(shakings), restlessness, irregular heartbeats, or difficulty breathing, contact the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AminophyllineDeferasirox
Severe
How does the drug interact with Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml:
Combining Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml with Deferasirox may significantly increase the blood levels of Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml with Deferasirox can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, headache, confusion, restlessness, sleeplessness, fits, heart palpitations, or irregular heartbeat contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AminophyllinePindolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml:
Coadministration of Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml with Pindolol together can make pindolol less effective and increase the effects of Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml with Pindolol may lead to an interaction, it can be taken only if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, sleeplessness, restlessness, irregular heartbeats, or difficulty in breathing, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AminophyllineHalothane
Severe
How does the drug interact with Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml:
Using halothane together with Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml may increase the risk of cardiac side effects such as irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml and Halothane, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you experience irregular heart rhythm or any complications, it is important to contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
AminophyllineMexiletine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml:
Co-administration of Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml with mexiletine can increase the blood levels of Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml and increase the risk of serious side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml with Mexiletine can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, sleeplessness, restlessness, irregular heartbeats, or difficulty breathing, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AminophyllineAtenolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml:
Coadministration of atenolol with Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml could certainly reduce the efficacy of atenolol and enhance the effects of Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking atenolol alongside Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, insomnia, tremors, restlessness, uneven heartbeats, or difficulty breathing, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AminophyllineMetoprolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml:
Coadministration of Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml with Metoprolol together can make metoprolol less effective and increase the effects of Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml with Metoprolol may lead to an interaction, it can be taken only if a doctor has advised it. If you experience nausea, vomiting, sleeplessness, restlessness, irregular heartbeats, or difficulty in breathing, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AminophyllineEsmolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml:
Combining Esmolol with Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml makes esmolol less effective and increases the effects of Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Esmolol with Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, insomnia, tremors, restlessness, uneven heartbeats, or difficulty breathing, consult the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
AminophyllineMetrizamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml:
Coadministration of Metrizamide with Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml can increase the risk of seizure (a sudden, violent, uncontrollable contraction of a group of muscles).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Regain Aminophylin Injection 10ml with Metrizamide can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet, especially green leafy vegetables, and strictly do not consume alcohol or caffeine (coffee, tea, cola drinks, and chocolate).
  • Drink plenty of fluids daily to thin mucus, making it easier to cough out.
  • Smoking should be avoided while receiving Regain Aminophylin Injection as it can alter the blood levels of aminophylline, which may affect the dosing.
  • It is very important to maintain hygiene, like washing hands after coming from outside, as people with asthma or COPD are at a greater risk of infections.
  • Stay active and do regular exercise to improve quality of life and increase tolerance to shortness of breath.
  • Do meditation, deep breathing, regular exercise, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to get relief from stress and reduce the risk of an asthma attack.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

BRONCHODILATOR
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Alcohol

Caution

Alcohol may increase the levels of aminophylline in the blood, leading to serious side effects. Discuss with your doctor if you have concerns.

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Pregnancy

Caution

If you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor before receiving Regain Aminophylin Injection. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Small amounts of aminophylline are excreted in human milk. Hence, if you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before receiving Regain Aminophylin Injection. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Not applicable

Regain Aminophylin Injection has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive.

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Liver

Caution

If you have a pre-existing or a history of liver disease, inform your doctor before receiving Regain Aminophylin Injection. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Kidney

Caution

If you have a pre-existing or a history of liver disease, inform your doctor before receiving Regain Aminophylin Injection. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition. Kidney disease in an infant less than three months of age may affect the functioning of Regain Aminophylin Injection.

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Children

Caution

Caution should be maintained while using Regain Aminophylin Injection in infants less than three months and with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine for your child if the benefits outweigh the risks.

FAQs

Regain Aminophylin Injection is used to treat Asthma and Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Regain Aminophylin Injection contains Aminophylline, a bronchodilator that relaxes and widens the muscles of the airways, thereby making it easier for asthma and COPD patients to breathe.
Avoid aerated drinks, fried foods, excess salts (sodium chloride or table salt), dairy products, cruciferous veggies, cold cuts, and cured meats. Also, avoid consuming high amounts of caffeine-containing tea, coffee, chocolate, and cola, as these foods already contain aminophylline, an active constituent of Regain Aminophylin Injection. Sulfites in alcoholic beverages can trigger symptoms of asthma and COPD, so avoid consuming alcoholic beverages.
No, you are not recommended to smoke while receiving Regain Aminophylin Injection as it may reduce the effectiveness of Regain Aminophylin Injection and damage your lung's airways (alveoli). Long-term smoking may cause breathing problems like asthma, bronchitis and COPD. Quitting smoking is the best way to keep your lungs healthy.
Regain Aminophylin Injection should be used with caution in patients suffering from fits as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have a history of fits before taking Regain Aminophylin Injection so that the dose may be adjusted or an alternate medicine may be prescribed.
No, Regain Aminophylin Injection does not relieve sudden asthma symptoms. Therefore, it is advised to carry a rescue inhaler always to treat sudden asthma symptoms.
You are not recommended to take Regain Aminophylin Injection with antibiotics such as erythromycin, tetracycline, amoxicillin, amikacin and gentamicin at the same time as it may reduce the effectiveness of antibiotics. However, if you are supposed to take these medicines together, maintain a time gap of a minimum of 2 hours between taking Regain Aminophylin Injection and antibiotics. However, please consult a doctor before using Regain Aminophylin Injection with antibiotics or other medicines.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

134/5 HTM Road Raipur Lane Hisar(HR) INDIA
Other Info - AMI0367

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