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Advice about theophylline. (side effects)
FDA Consumer
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May 1, 1991
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In response to public concern about media reports of severe adverse reactions among asthma patients taking the drug theophylline, FDA gives the following advice to such patients and their families:
* A patient taking theophylline should contact a physician immediately upon developing any of the following symptoms of theophylline overdosage: sustained high fever, nausea, vomiting, excessive irritability, insomnia, or tremor.
* Parents of children under a year old should know that this age group is particularly vulnerable to theophylline toxicity.
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