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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Unicontin-E 600 Tablet is used for the management of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It contains Theophylline, which works by relaxing the airway in the lungs and making it easier to breathe. In some cases, you may experience side effects such as nausea, vomiting, restlessness, tremors, headache, muscle cramps, and increased heart rate. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

THEOPHYLLINE-600MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Modi Mundipharma Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Unicontin-E 600 Tablet

Unicontin-E 600 Tablet belongs to the class of 'Xanthine' primarily used for the management of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Asthma and COPD cause breathing difficulty and cough.

Unicontin-E 600 Tablet contains Theophylline, which relaxes and opens air passages in the lungs, making it easier to breathe by reducing inflammation and increasing airflow, thereby providing relief from respiratory symptoms.

In some cases, you may experience nausea, vomiting, restlessness, tremors, headache, muscle cramps, and increased heart rate. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Unicontin-E 600 Tablet is a habit-forming drug, and hence, there is a risk of dependence on this medicine. So, before stopping this medicine, contact a doctor as it may cause withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, increased heart rate, tremors, or general unwell feeling.

Uses of Unicontin-E 600 Tablet

Unicontin-E 600 Tablet is used in the treatment of Asthma, Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The detailed uses of Unicontin-E 600 Tablet are as follows:

  • Asthma Management: Unicontin-E 600 Tablet is used to treat asthma symptoms, such as wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath.
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Unicontin-E 600 Tablet helps to manage symptoms of COPD, including bronchitis and emphysema.

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Directions for Use

  • Unicontin-E 600 Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
  • Avoid taking it with foods high in caffeine, such as cocoa, tea, coffee, and chocolate, as these foods may increase the risk of side effects.
  • It is usually taken 1-4 times a day, or as prescribed by your doctor, depending on the severity of your medical condition.
  • Swallow Unicontin-E 600 Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush or chew this medication.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Unicontin-E 600 Tablet helps relieve breathing difficulty by relaxing and widening the airways.
  • It improves airflow in the lungs in patients with asthma and COPD.
  • It helps reduce symptoms such as wheezing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath.
  • Unicontin-E 600 Tablet provides long-term control of chronic respiratory conditions.
  • It improves oxygen supply to the body by keeping the airways open.
  • Unicontin-E 600 Tablet helps prevent asthma attacks when taken regularly as maintenance therapy.
  • It enhances overall lung function and respiratory comfort.

How Unicontin-E 600 Tablet Works

Unicontin-E 600 Tablet contains Theophylline, which works by relaxing the airway in the lungs and making it easier to breathe.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.
Side effects of Unicontin-E 600 Tablet
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.
  • Maintain consistent habits, sleep patterns and food times to help maintain stability and reduce confusion.
  • Mindfulness techniques such as deep breathing or meditation help you stay focused and in the now.
  • Participate in cognitive therapy to enhance your ability to remember, focus and solve problems.
  • As directed by your physician, take your medications to help control underlying disorders like depression, anxiety or cognitive impairment.
Here are the steps to manage medication-triggered tremors or involuntary shaking:
  • Notify your doctor immediately if you experience tremors or involuntary shaking after taking medication or adjusting your medication regimen.
  • Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen or recommend alternative techniques like relaxation, meditation, or journaling to alleviate tremor symptoms.
  • Your doctor may direct you to practice stress-reducing techniques, such as deep breathing exercises, yoga, or journaling.
  • Regular physical activity, such as walking or jogging, can help reduce anxiety and alleviate tremor symptoms.
  • Your doctor may recommend lifestyle changes, such as avoiding caffeine, getting enough sleep, and staying hydrated, to help manage tremors.
  • Maintain regular follow-up appointments with your doctor to monitor tremor symptoms and adjust treatment plans as needed.

What if I have taken an overdose of Unicontin-E 600 Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Unicontin-E 600 Tablet as it may cause an overdose. The symptoms of overdose include slow heart rate, seizures (fits), fainting or weak pulse. Seizures caused due to overdose of Theophylline may cause permanent brain damage or it can be fatal. If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not take Unicontin-E 600 Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components.
  • Inform your doctor if you have any lung disease, muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis), a sleeping disorder or difficulty in sleeping (sleep apnoea), severe liver disease, or a problem with alcohol or other prescription or recreational drugs.
  • Unicontin-E 600 Tablet is a habit-forming drug, so there is a risk of dependence on this medicine. So, before stopping this medicine, contact a doctor as it may cause withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, increased heart rate, tremors, or general unwell feeling.
  • Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicines, including supplements or herbal products.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Unicontin-E 600 Tablet:
Co-administration of Unicontin-E 600 Tablet with Riociguat can increase the risk of low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Unicontin-E 600 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 Unicontin-E 600 Tablet:
Co-administration of Unicontin-E 600 Tablet with mexiletine can increase the effect of mexiletine. This can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Unicontin-E 600 Tablet with Mexiletine can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, headache, tremor, confusion, restlessness, insomnia, seizures, heart palpitations, and/or irregular heartbeat, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Unicontin-E 600 Tablet:
Taking timolol with Unicontin-E 600 Tablet, could make timolol less effective and enhance the effects of Unicontin-E 600 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking timolol and Unicontin-E 600 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, insomnia, tremors, restlessness, uneven heartbeats, or difficulty breathing, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Unicontin-E 600 Tablet:
Taking Metoprolol Succinate with Unicontin-E 600 Tablet, could make Metoprolol Succinate less effective and enhance the effects of Unicontin-E 600 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking metoprolol succinate and Unicontin-E 600 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 Unicontin-E 600 Tablet:
Taking Metoprolol Tartrate with Unicontin-E 600 Tablet could make Metoprolol Tartrate less effective and increase the side effects of Unicontin-E 600 Tablet

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking metoprolol tartrate and Unicontin-E 600 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, tremors, 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 Unicontin-E 600 Tablet:
Taking Betaxolol with Unicontin-E 600 Tablet, could increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Betaxolol and Unicontin-E 600 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 Unicontin-E 600 Tablet:
Taking Unicontin-E 600 Tablet with ciprofloxacin may increase the blood levels of Unicontin-E 600 Tablet, which increases the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking ciprofloxacin and Unicontin-E 600 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 Unicontin-E 600 Tablet:
Taking carvedilol with Unicontin-E 600 Tablet, could make carvedilol less effective and increase the effects of Unicontin-E 600 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although Carvedilol and Unicontin-E 600 Tablet can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience vomiting, restlessness, palpitations, or difficulty breathing, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TheophyllinePindolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Unicontin-E 600 Tablet:
Taking pindolol with Unicontin-E 600 Tablet, could make pindolol less effective and increase the effects of Unicontin-E 600 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking pinolol and Unicontin-E 600 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, insomnia, tremors, restlessness, uneven heartbeats, or difficulty breathing, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Unicontin-E 600 Tablet:
Taking fluvoxamine with Unicontin-E 600 Tablet may significantly increase the blood levels of Unicontin-E 600 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking fluvoxamine and Unicontin-E 600 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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THEOPHYLLINE-600MGCaffeine containing foods/drinks
Moderate

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THEOPHYLLINE-600MGCaffeine 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:
Caffeine consumption can modify Unicontin-E 600 Tablet blood levels. Caffeine should be avoided in excess while using Unicontin-E 600 Tablet. Consult a doctor if you suffer any symptoms such as headaches, sleeplessness, or increases in blood pressure or heart rate. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet, especially green leafy vegetables, and strictly do not consume alcohol, caffeine (coffee, tea and cola drinks and chocolate).
  • Smoking should be avoided, as it can alter theophylline levels in the blood, which may affect dosing.
  • It is very important to maintain hygiene, such as washing hands after coming from outside, as people with asthma/COPD are at a greater risk of infections.
  • Stay active and do regular exercise to improve the quality of life and increase tolerance to shortness of breath.
  • Talk with a family member if you feel low or are stressed, as it helps to improve symptoms of COPD and keep it under control.
  • Shortness of breath can be relieved with the pursed-lip breathing exercise. In this, just relax your neck and shoulder muscles, breathe in with your nose for two seconds and breathe out through pursed lips for four seconds. Such exercises will help you to improve your breath.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIHYPONATREMIC

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Alcohol

Caution

Alcohol can alter the way Unicontin-E 600 Tablet works. Please consult your doctor if you intend to drink alcohol whilst taking Unicontin-E 600 Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant before starting Unicontin-E 600 Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before starting Unicontin-E 600 Tablet .

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Driving

Caution

Unicontin-E 600 Tablet usually causes dizziness, drowsiness and visual disturbances, which may affect their ability to drive or operate machinery. So, do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel sleepy or dizzy after taking Unicontin-E 600 Tablet . Tell your doctor if you get these types of side effects.

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Liver

Caution

Unicontin-E 600 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

Unicontin-E 600 Tablet has no reported interactions; if you experience any difficulty, discuss it with your doctor.

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Children

Caution

Unicontin-E 600 Tablet is not recommended for children under six years of age.

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Heart

Please consult your doctor before using Unicontin-E 600 Tablet if you have pre-existing heart problems.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Unicontin-E 600 Tablet can be taken by geriatric patients, but with caution and medical supervision.

FAQs

Unicontin-E 600 Tablet is used to manage asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Unicontin-E 600 Tablet contains Theophylline, which relaxes the lungs' airways and makes breathing easier.

Yes, Unicontin-E 600 Tablet can lead to withdrawal symptoms. So, it should not be stopped abruptly. Consult your doctor, and your dose might be lowered if required.

No, dose of Unicontin-E 600 Tablet should not be increased without consulting your doctor as it may increase the risk of hypokalemia (high blood potassium level), which may lead to side effects of Unicontin-E 600 Tablet and also affect its efficacy.

Unicontin-E 600 Tablet is contraindicated in patients who are allergic to any of its ingredients. It is advised to avoid taking Unicontin-E 600 Tablet and beta-blockers like propranolol together at once.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Ground Floor Modi Tower, 98, Nehru Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110019
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