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Aminophylline Oral Solution and Seconal Sodium

Determining the interaction of Aminophylline Oral Solution and Seconal Sodium and the possibility of their joint administration.

Check result:
Aminophylline Oral Solution <> Seconal Sodium
Relevance: 10.10.2022 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.

Consumer:

Using secobarbital together with aminophylline may decrease the effects of aminophylline. Contact your doctor if your condition changes or if you experience breathing difficulties. If your doctor does prescribe these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment or special test to safely use both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Professional:

MONITOR: Barbiturates may decrease serum levels and therapeutic effects of the methylxanthines. The mechanism is barbiturate induction of CYP450 3A4 and 1A2 hepatic metabolism of methylxanthines.

MANAGEMENT: Close observation for clinical and laboratory evidence of decreased methylxanthine effect is indicated if these drugs must be used together. Patients should be advised to notify their physician if they experience a worsening of their respiratory symptoms.

References
  • Dahlqvist R, Steiner E, Koike Y, von Bahr C, Lind M, Billing B "Induction of theophylline metabolism by pentobarbital." Ther Drug Monit 11 (1989): 408-10
  • Landay RA, Gonzalez MA, Taylor JC "Effect of phenobarbital on theophylline disposition." J Allergy Clin Immunol 62 (1978): 27-9
  • Upton RA "Pharmacokinetic interactions between theophylline and other medication (Part I)." Clin Pharmacokinet 20 (1991): 66-80
  • Bukowskyj M, Nakatsu K, Munt PW "Theophylline reassessed." Ann Intern Med 101 (1984): 63-73
Aminophylline Oral Solution

Generic Name: aminophylline

Brand name: Phyllocontin, Truphylline

Synonyms: Aminophylline (injection), Aminophylline

Seconal Sodium

Generic Name: secobarbital

Brand name: Seconal Sodium, Seconal

Synonyms: n.a.

In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.

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