Deripen 77mg/23mg Tablet is used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked). It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages and making it easier to breathe.

Deripen 77mg/23mg Tablet is a combination of two theophylline & its derivatives.

Uses of Deripen Tablet

Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Benefits of Deripen Tablet

In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Deripen 77mg/23mg Tablet helps the airways in your lungs stay open. It relaxes the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for air to get in and out. It will relieve symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.

Side effects of Deripen Tablet

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 Deripen

Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Restlessness

How to use Deripen Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Deripen 77mg/23mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Avoid Deripen 77mg/23mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Deripen 77mg/23mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Deripen 77mg/23mg Tablet 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

Deripen 77mg/23mg Tablet 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.
Avoiding breastfeeding for 2-4 hours after Deripen 77mg/23mg Tablet can further decrease the exposure of medicine to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Deripen 77mg/23mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Deripen 77mg/23mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Deripen 77mg/23mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Deripen 77mg/23mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Deripen Tablet

Deripen 77mg/23mg Tablet is used for treatment and prevention of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Take it at the same time each day, preferably in the evening after food.
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

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Patient concerns

i m suffering from breathing problem cough chest infame . Do tell chronic obstructive pulmonary disease .So tell which medicines should i take to treat this problem.

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Pulmonology

It is less likely you have copd at this age You need detailed check up and spirometry test for same

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Cardiology

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FAQs

Deripen Tablet

Q. What is the recommended storage condition for the Deripen 77mg/23mg Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

Q. What is Deripen 77mg/23mg Tablet?

Deripen 77mg/23mg Tablet is a combination of two bronchodilators: Etofylline / Etophylline and Theophylline. They belong to a family of medicines called bronchodilators and work by widening the air passages in your lungs which allows you to breathe more easily and feel less congested. It is indicated in patients with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (chest disease).

Q. Does the use of Deripen 77mg/23mg Tablet cause insomnia (inability to sleep)?

Yes, the use of Deripen 77mg/23mg Tablet may cause insomnia. If you experience any sleep disturbances while using the drug, consult your doctor.

Q. Does high doses of Deripen 77mg/23mg Tablet cause serious side effects?

Yes, high doses of Deripen 77mg/23mg Tablet can cause very serious effects. The patient may have nausea, vomiting and stomach pain. The patient may experience a faster heart rate or may shake uncontrollably. Severe cases of overdose may cause seizures, coma or may prove to be fatal. In case of overdose, contact the nearest hospital emergency room immediately.

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References

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Name: Morepen Laboratories Ltd

Address: 409, Antriksh Bhawan, 22 Kasturba Gandhi Marg, New Delhi - 110 001

Country of origin: India

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