Generic Name - Theophylline
Category - Asthma prophylactic, Stimulant respiratory
Indications
Bronchial Asthma, Chronic bronchitis, Emphysema.
Generic Slo-Bid is indicated to treat and/or prevent the symptoms of bronchial asthma, chronic bronchitis , and emphysema. Calcium acetate (Generic Slo-Bid) helps relieve cough, wheezing, shortness of breath, and troubled breathing. They work by opening up the bronchial tubes (air passages of the lungs) and increasing the flow of air through them.
Generic for Slo-bid Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Slo-Bid is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Slo-Bid is contraindicated in patients who have history of the following ailment condition
Convulsions
Heart failure
Liver disease
Underactive thyroid
There are a number of medication that interact with Generic Slo-Bid . It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following
ammonium chloride
aspirin and aspirin-like medicines
bisacodyl
certain antibiotics
etidronate
gallium
ketoconazole
magnesium salts
medicines for angina or high blood pressure
heart medicine such as digoxin
methenamine
phenytoin
quinidine
sodium phosphate
sucralfate
verapamil
water pills
Generic for Slo-bid Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericSlo-Bid
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Slo-Bid for calcium deficiency is 1 or 2 tablets daily or as directed by your doctor.
Generic for Slo-bid Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Slo-Bid side Effects include confusion, constipation,
depression, drowsiness, dry mouth, headache, and increased thirst.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Slo-Bid.
Generic for Slo-bid and Pregnancy
Studies do not indicate whether Slo-Bid can cause any harm to the fetus. Before taking Generic Slo-Bid, consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Generic for Slo-bid and Breastfeeding
Generic Slo-Bid passes into the breast milk and may cause irritability in nursing babies of mothers. Do talk to your doctor and seek medical advice.
Generic for Slo-bid and Pediatric
Generic Slo-Bid need to be administered in the right dosage to pediatric patients. It is recommended to consult your doctor and seek medical advice.
Generic for Slo-bid and Geriatric
Patients older than 60 years of age are likely to require a lower dose than younger adults. If the amount of Generic Slo-Bid is too high, side effects are more likely to occur. Your doctor may want to take blood samples to determine whether a dose change is needed
Note
The above information about Generic Slo-Bid serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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