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Theophylline Medication for Asthma and COPD

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Theophylline Medication for Asthma and COPD

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What is the normal range for theophylline levels that should be monitored?

12-20 mcg/mL

5-15 mcg/mL (correct)

2-10 mcg/mL

18-25 mcg/mL

Why is it recommended to avoid caffeine while on theophylline medication?

Caffeine increases theophylline levels (correct)

Caffeine has no effect on theophylline

Caffeine decreases theophylline levels

Caffeine reduces the risk of theophylline toxicity

What should individuals do with respect to smoking while taking theophylline?

Smoke only at night to avoid interactions with theophylline

Stop smoking to decrease CNS/Cardiac effects (correct)

Avoid smoking as it reduces theophylline toxicity symptoms

Increase smoking to balance theophylline levels

What are the symptoms of severe theophylline toxicity?

<p>Seizures and arrhythmias</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does smoking affect theophylline levels in the body?

<p>Smoking reduces the clearance of theophylline</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Theophylline (Xanthines)

Used as an older medication for long-term control of asthma and COPD
Requires monitoring of theophylline levels, with a normal range of 5-15 mcg/mL
Can cause toxicity, with mild and severe symptoms
Caffeine and smoking should be avoided as they increase CNS/Cardiac effects and can increase theophylline levels

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Learn about theophylline, an older medication for long-term control of asthma and COPD. Understand the normal range of theophylline levels, symptoms of theophylline toxicity, and lifestyle changes to avoid complications.