Theophylline use in asthma. Some current issues
Jenne, J.W.
Clinics in Chest Medicine 5(4): 645-658
1984
ISSN/ISBN: 0272-5231 PMID: 6151439 Document Number: 223702
This article summarizes the current use of theophylline and lays a simple pharmacokinetic background for understanding its safe use. Dosing practices that will minimize side effects and toxicity are stressed, along with their management if they do occur. Finally, some currently debated issues over optimal theophylline use are addressed.
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