Theo-24 Cr
Formulated to mitigate respiratory restriction and indicated to support ease of breathing.
- Category
- Respiratory Health
- Active ingredient
- Theophylline
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Modified-release capsule, hard
- Strengths
- 400mg
Theo-24 Cr details
- Conditions
- Asthma · Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Alternative names
- Nuelin SA; Slo-Phyllin
- Therapeutic class
- Bronchodilator
- Pharmacological class
- Methylxanthine
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to theophylline; cardiac arrhythmias
- Precautions and warnings
- maintain steady intake; blood monitoring required
- Minor side effects
- nausea; headache; insomnia
- Moderate side effects
- tachycardia; palpitations
- Dosage forms
- Modified-release capsule, hard
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Mylan
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C, keep dry.
- Drug interactions
- caffeine; tobacco
- Age restrictions
- Use with caution in children and elderly.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: use with caution. Breastfeeding: compatible.
Serious side effects
cardiac arrhythmia, requires immediate medical attention; seizures, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Formulated to mitigate respiratory restriction and indicated to support ease of breathing.
Mechanism of action
Theophylline relaxes bronchial smooth muscle and suppresses airway inflammation, thereby facilitating airflow in patients with reversible obstructive airway diseases.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Theo-24 Cr
Theo-24 Cr is a brand of theophylline, a medication used to manage symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. The same active ingredient is also sold as Nuelin Sa and Slo-phyllin, supplied as a 400mg tablet. This Mylan product helps maintain open airways for those managing their respiratory health.
Buying Theo-24 Cr online
Theo-24 Cr is registered across 13 markets including Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines, with availability also in Indonesia, Taiwan and South Korea. Generic theophylline, much of it made in India, remains significantly more affordable than the original brand for expats and travellers far from a major pharmacy. This medication is one of the items frequently ordered online for delivery across the region, assisting patients who require consistent access to their regular supply.