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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy

Dericip Tablet is a bronchodilator used to treat symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It contains the active ingredients theophylline and etofylline, which help relax the muscles in the airways, improving airflow to the lungs. This action helps alleviate symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath. Common side effects may include nausea, vomiting, headache, restlessness, dizziness, irregular heartbeat, and stomach upset.

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Cipla Ltd

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ORAL

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About Dericip Tablet

Dericip Tablet belongs to the class of drugs called bronchodilators, used to prevent and treat symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Asthma is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty breathing. COPD is a group of lung diseases that includes emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes).

Dericip Tablet contains Theophylline and Etofylline, which work by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Thus, it makes breathing easier.

Take Dericip Tablet as prescribed. You are advised to take Dericip Tablet for as long as your doctor recommends, based on your medical condition. Sometimes, you may experience nausea, vomiting, headache, restlessness, dizziness, irregular heartbeat, or stomach upset. Most of the side effects of Dericip Tablet do not require medical attention and usually resolve on their own over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Dericip Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Dericip Tablet . Do not take Dericip Tablet if you have a heart rhythm disorder. If your breathing worsens or you often wake up at night with asthma and experience chest tightness in the morning, please consult a doctor immediately, as these might be signs indicating that your asthma is not appropriately controlled and requires an alternate or additional treatment.

Uses of Dericip Tablet

Dericip Tablet is used in the treatment of Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). The detailed uses of Dericip Tablet are as follows:

  • Asthma: Dericip Tablet is typically used for treating asthma symptoms like coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath by relaxing the muscles around the airways and improving airflow.
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Dericip Tablet helps manage COPD by opening up the airways, improving lung function, and alleviating breathing difficulties.
  • Breathing Difficulty Relief: Dericip Tablet aids in reducing symptoms of shortness of breath and wheezing, making it easier to breathe.
  • Long-term Symptom Control: Dericip Tablet supports long-term management of chronic respiratory conditions, preventing acute exacerbations and improving daily lung function.

Directions for Use

  • Dericip Tablet can be taken with or without food.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Swallow the Dericip Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not chew, crush or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Dericip Tablet contains two bronchodilators namely, Theophylline and Etofylline used to treat symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD). Dericip Tablet works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Thus, it makes breathing easier.

How Dericip Tablet Works

Dericip Tablet contains Theophylline and Etofylline, which work by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Thus, it makes breathing easier.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Dericip Tablet out of the sight and reach of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Dericip Tablet

Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it might cause an overdose. If you suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Dericip Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If your breathing worsens or you often wake up at night with asthma, and experience chest tightness in the morning, please consult a doctor immediately, as these might be signs indicating that your asthma is not controlled properly and requires an alternate or additional treatment. Regular monitoring of potassium levels is recommended while taking Dericip Tablet as it may cause low potassium levels in the blood. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Dericip Tablet . Do not take Dericip Tablet if you have a heart rhythm disorder. Avoid taking Dericip Tablet if you have a history of a heart attack.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Dericip Tablet:
Co-administration of Dericip Tablet with Riociguat can increase the risk of low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dericip Tablet with Riociguat is not recommended but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, flushing (a sudden reddening of the face), headache, and nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Dericip Tablet:
Taking Dericip Tablet with ciprofloxacin may increase the blood levels of Dericip Tablet, which increases the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking ciprofloxacin and Dericip Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, lack of appetite, headache, tremor(shaking of hands & legs), confusion, restlessness, sleeplessness, seizures(fits), irregular heartbeat, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Dericip Tablet:
Taking deferasirox with Dericip Tablet may significantly increase the blood levels of Dericip Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking deferasirox and Dericip Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of hunger, headache, shaking, confusion, restlessness, sleeplesness, fits, heart palpitations, and/or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Dericip Tablet:
Co-administration of Dericip Tablet with bupropion can increase the risk of seizures (fits).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of bupropion along with Dericip Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if recommended by a doctor. In case you experience any symptoms like Temporary confusion, A state of staring, Uncontrollable jerking movements of the arms and legs, Consciousness or awareness loss, Changes in cognition or emotion, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Dericip Tablet:
Taking Labetalol with Dericip Tablet may reduce the effectiveness of Labetalol and increase Dericip Tablet's effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Labetalol and Dericip Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience sleeplessness, shaking, irregular heartbeats, or trouble breathing, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Dericip Tablet:
Combined use of Nebivolol with Dericip Tablet may increase the effect of Dericip Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Dericip Tablet and Nebivolol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, insomnia, tremors, restlessness, irregular heartbeats, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Dericip Tablet:
Taking esmolol with Dericip Tablet, could make esmolol less effective and enhance the effects of Dericip Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking esmolol and Dericip Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, insomnia, shaking of hands and legs, restlessness, uneven heartbeats, or difficulty breathing, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Dericip Tablet:
Taking Betaxolol with Dericip Tablet, could increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Betaxolol and Dericip Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sleeplessness, tremors (Involuntary shaking or movement affecting hands, legs, and face), restlessness, uneven heartbeats, or difficulty breathing, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Dericip Tablet:
Co-administration of tramadol with Dericip Tablet can increase the effect of tramadol.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dericip Tablet with tramadol together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any symptoms such as confusion, hallucination, seizure, increased heart rate, blurred vision, tremors, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Dericip Tablet:
Taking fluvoxamine with Dericip Tablet may significantly increase the blood levels of Dericip Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking fluvoxamine and Dericip Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of hunger, headache, shaking of hands and legs, confusion, restlessness, insomnia, fits, heart palpitations, or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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ETOFYLLINE-77MG+THEOPHYLLINE-23MGCaffeine containing foods/drinks
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Cocoa, Coffee, Dark Chocolate, Energy Drinks With Caffeine, Green Tea, Kola Nut, Tea, Tiramisu

How to manage the interaction:
Consumption of caffeine-containing foods/drinks while on the treatment with Theophylline, Etofylline nicotinate can increase the risk of Theophylline, Etofylline nicotinate and cause nausea, vomiting, headache, loose stools, sleeplessness, shaking of hands and legs, fits, restlessness, increased or decreased heartbeat, or difficulty in breathing. Avoid or limit consumption of caffeine-containing foods/drinks while on the treatment with Theophylline, Etofylline nicotinate.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat foods rich in potassium, such as tomatoes, bananas, asparagus, oranges, potatoes, avocados, dark leafy greens, and beetroots. Potassium is important for lung function, and a deficiency may cause breathing problems.
  • Drink plenty of fluids daily to thin mucus, making it easier to cough out.
  • Avoid foods such as cabbage, beans, garlic, onions, shrimp, pickled foods, dried fruits, fried foods, carbonated drinks, wine, and bottled lemon and lime juice, as they may worsen asthma symptoms.
  • Exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system. Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.
  • Do meditation, deep breathing, regular exercise, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to get relief from stress and reduce the risk of an asthma attack.
  • Quit smoking as it may reduce the effectiveness of Dericip Tablet , irritate the lungs or worsen breathing problems.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

BRONCHODILATOR
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Alcohol

Caution

The interaction of Dericip Tablet with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Dericip Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant. Dericip Tablet is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Dericip Tablet is excreted in human milk. Dericip Tablet is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks the benefits are greater than the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Drive only if you are alert after taking Dericip Tablet as it may cause dizziness in some people.

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Liver

Caution

Take Dericip Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Avoid taking Dericip Tablet if you have severe liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Dericip Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Avoid taking Dericip Tablet if you have severe kidney disease.

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Children

Caution

Please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Dericip Tablet in children.

Have a query?

FAQs

Dericip Tablet belongs to the class of drugs called bronchodilators used to prevent and treat symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Dericip Tablet works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Thus, it makes breathing easier.

You are not recommended to take linezolid with Dericip Tablet as it may increase the risk of adverse effects of Dericip Tablet . However, please consult a doctor before using other medicines with Dericip Tablet .

You are recommended to avoid taking Dericip Tablet if you are allergic to theophylline, etofylline, or suffering from irregular heart rhythm, severe liver or kidney diseases or have a history of a heart attack. However, inform your doctor if you have any of these conditions before taking Dericip Tablet .

You are not recommended to stop taking Dericip Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Dericip Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Dericip Tablet , please consult your doctor.

Dericip Tablet does not relieve sudden asthma symptoms. Therefore, it is advised to carry a rescue inhaler always to treat sudden asthma symptoms.

Dericip Tablet may help relieve symptoms such as dry cough associated with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, it is not specifically intended for treating dry cough. Dry cough may be caused by various factors, so other treatments, like cough suppressants or addressing the underlying cause, might be more effective. Always consult your doctor to determine the right treatment.

Dericip Tablet should be used with caution in patients with heart disorders. Dericip Tablet may cause serious side effects, such as an increased heart rate and arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats) in some cases. In patients with pre-existing heart disorders, Dericip Tablet may exacerbate the symptoms or worsen the condition. It is essential to consult a doctor before using Dericip Tablet to assess the associated risks and benefits.

Dericip Tablet can generally be used in diabetic patients if recommended by a doctor. However, Theophylline, in particular, may increase blood sugar levels due to its potential to inhibit insulin release. Close monitoring of blood glucose levels is recommended when prescribed to diabetic patients, especially if the patient has poorly controlled diabetes or other comorbidities.

No, Dericip Tablet does not contain steroids. It is a combination of two bronchodilators, Theophylline and Etofylline, used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). They work by relaxing the muscles in the airways to improve breathing, but they do not have the anti-inflammatory properties associated with steroids.

Dericip Tablet does not cause drowsiness. However, side effects like restlessness or insomnia (trouble sleeping) are common. If you experience drowsiness while using Dericip Tablet , please ask your doctor for advice.

Please consult your doctor to determine whether you should take Dericip Tablet on an empty stomach. Usually, it is best to take Dericip Tablet with a full glass of water at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after eating.

Yes, Dericip Tablet can be taken twice a day, but your doctor should determine the exact dosing schedule based on the severity of your condition. It is important to follow your doctor's advice regarding the timing and dosage to ensure safety and effectiveness, as this medication can cause side effects if not taken properly.

No, Dericip Tablet is not an antibiotic. It is a combination medication consisting of two bronchodilators: Theophylline and Etofylline. Neither of these ingredients has antibacterial properties.

Dericip Tablet may cause tachycardia (increased heart rate) as a side effect in some cases. Dericip Tablet stimulates the central nervous system and increases heart rate by blocking certain receptors. If your heart rate stays high or gets worse, please contact your doctor immediately.

Dericip Tablet does not directly relieve nasal congestion. However, in some cases, its anti-inflammatory properties may provide mild relief from breathing difficulties associated with nasal congestion. Decongestants or nasal sprays are more effective for this purpose. Please consult your doctor for the appropriate treatment of nasal congestion.

Dericip Tablet may cause kidney problems if used in high doses or for prolonged periods, especially in individuals with pre-existing kidney conditions. Monitoring kidney function while using Dericip Tablet to avoid potential complications is essential. Your doctor may adjust the dose as needed.

No, Dericip Tablet does not decrease appetite. However, it may cause gastrointestinal disturbances, such as nausea, vomiting, and stomach upset, which could indirectly affect your appetite. It is important to monitor any changes and consult your doctor if you have concerns.

Dericip Tablet is not indicated for treating a common cold or pneumonia. While Dericip Tablet can help open airways and improve breathing, it does not treat viral infections like the common cold or bacterial infections like pneumonia. Please consult your doctor for appropriate treatment of a cold or pneumonia.

Yes, Dericip Tablet may cause insomnia (inability to sleep) as a side effect due to its central nervous system (CNS) stimulant activities. If you experience any sleep disturbances while using Dericip Tablet , please consult your doctor.

Dericip Tablet should be stored at room temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep this medication out of reach of children.

Yes, high doses of Dericip Tablet may lead to serious side effects, such as tachycardia (increased or rapid heart rate), seizures (a sudden surge of electrical activity in the brain, causing abnormal movements or behaviour), and arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat), due to the stimulant effects of Theophylline. Please inform your doctor immediately if you have taken a high dose of Dericip Tablet or experience any of these symptoms.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013
Other Info - DER0083

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