Aminolin Injection
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Product introduction
Aminolin Injection is used to treat and prevent symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which flow of air to the lung is blocked). It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe.
Aminolin Injection is given as a slow injection into veins or as drip by the doctor. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Get the injection for as long as it is prescribed. Do not miss any doses, in case you missed a dose, get it as soon as you remember it. Your doctor may get regular blood tests to monitor the level of medicine in your blood.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, feeling restless or irritable, tremors, increased urination, headache, insomnia. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Generally, it is advised to avoid alcohol or do not smoke while on treatment with this medicine.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease or if you have heart-related problems. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting the treatment.
Aminolin Injection is given as a slow injection into veins or as drip by the doctor. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Get the injection for as long as it is prescribed. Do not miss any doses, in case you missed a dose, get it as soon as you remember it. Your doctor may get regular blood tests to monitor the level of medicine in your blood.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, feeling restless or irritable, tremors, increased urination, headache, insomnia. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Generally, it is advised to avoid alcohol or do not smoke while on treatment with this medicine.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease or if you have heart-related problems. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting the treatment.
Uses of Aminolin Injection
Side effects of Aminolin Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Aminolin
- Irritation
- Frequent urge to urinate
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Restlessness
- Convulsion
- Gastrointestinal irritation
- Irritability
- Increased production of urine
- Shakiness
- Increased gastric acid secretion
- Gastro-esophageal reflux disease
How to use Aminolin Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Aminolin Injection works
Aminolin Injection is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles of the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Aminolin Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Aminolin Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Aminolin Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Aminolin Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Aminolin Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Aminolin Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Aminolin Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Aminolin Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Aminolin Injection for prevention and treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
- It is given as a slow injection into veins or as a drip under the supervision of a doctor.
- It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Always keep a fast-acting (rescue) inhaler with you.
- Your doctor may take regular blood test to monitor potassium level and the level of this medicine in your body.
- Notify your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney, liver or heart disease, or if you have a smoking history. Your dose may need to be adjusted.
- Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Methylxanthines & Theophylline Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Xanthine Derivatives- Respiratory
Interaction with drugs
Taking Aminolin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
If used together, If used together, If used together, Betaxolol may interrupt the efficacy of Aminophylline.
Do not consume Aminophylline with Betaxolol in case of asthma or COPD
If used together, If used together, If used together, Celiprolol may interrupt the efficacy of Aminophylline.
Do not consume Aminophylline with Celiprolol in case of asthma or COP
If used together, If used together, Atenolol may interrupt the efficacy of Aminophylline.
Do not consume Aminophylline with Atenolol in case of asthma or COPD (chronic obstructive
If used together, If used together, Atenolol may interrupt the efficacy of Aminophylline.
Do not consume Aminophylline with Atenolol in case of asthma or COPD (chronic obstructive
If used together, If used together, If used together, Bisoprolol may interrupt the efficacy of Aminophylline.
Do not consume Aminophylline with Bisoprolol in case of asthma or COP
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Aminolin Injection a steroid/ an antibiotic?
Aminolin Injection is not a steroid or antibiotic, it belongs to xanthine derivatives class of medications
Is aminophylline same as theophylline?
No. Aminophylline is a complex of theophylline and ethylenediamine
Does Aminolin Injection cause dyspnea/ diuresis/ bradycardia/ tachycardia?
Aminolin Injection is known to cause dyspnea, diuresis or tachycardia. However, it does not cause bradycardia. Consult your doctor, if you experience any side effects.
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