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What is the normal range for theophylline levels that should be monitored?
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?
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?
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?
What are the symptoms of severe theophylline toxicity?
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How does smoking affect theophylline levels in the body?
How does smoking affect theophylline levels in the body?
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Study Notes
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.
