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Aminophylline in acute asthma.

L G Olson

    Australian and New Zealand Journal of Medicine
    |April 1, 1987
    PubMed
    Summary

    Theophylline offers little benefit when combined with high-dose beta-agonists for asthma treatment. Due to its serious toxicity and difficult administration, its use should be limited to specific situations with small doses.

    Area of Science:

    • Pharmacology
    • Respiratory Medicine
    • Clinical Therapeutics

    Background:

    • Theophylline is commonly prescribed alongside beta-agonists for asthma management.
    • Evidence regarding theophylline's efficacy at maximal beta-agonist doses is debated.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the added benefit of theophylline when used with maximal doses of beta-agonists in asthma treatment.
    • To assess the clinical utility of theophylline in acute asthma exacerbations.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of available clinical trial data on theophylline and beta-agonist combination therapy.
    • Analysis of studies focusing on acute asthma treatment outcomes.

    Main Results:

    • Theophylline provides minimal to no additional therapeutic effect when beta-agonists are administered at maximal doses.

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    • Conclusions:

    • Theophylline's role in asthma management is limited, particularly with high-dose beta-agonist therapy.
    • Given its narrow therapeutic index and potential for serious toxicity, theophylline use should be restricted to specific clinical scenarios and low dosages.