Side effect(s) of Theophylline

Read the side effects of Theophylline as described in the medical literature. In case of any doubt consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Serious effects - Death.

Most Common - Nausea, vomiting, headache, and sleeplessness.

Gastrointestinal - Abdominal pain, diarrhea and blood vomiting.

Metabolic - Decrease in blood potassium level and increase in sugar.

Heart - Fast heart rate and low blood pressure/shock.

Central Nervous System - Nervousness, tremors, disorientation and seizures.

Other Precautions : * Avoid excess dosage.

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