Clinical reference
Bronchodilator · Methylxanthine · Pulmonology, Pediatrics, Neonatology
Aminophylline is a methylxanthine bronchodilator. Injection: 25 mg/mL (79% theophylline) (10, 20 mL). Pharmacy may dilute IV dosage forms to enhance accuracy of neonatal dosing. Consider milligrams of theophylline when dosing (aminophylline 79% theophylline). For oral administration use theophylline. Monitoring serum theophylline levels is essential, espe…