Lontif Benefits & Uses

Lontif is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

COPD

Other Benefits

Asthma

Lontif Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lontif Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lontif is used -

Severe

Tachycardia

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Headache
Upset stomach
Restlessness
Dizziness
Diarrhoea

Lontif Related Warnings

Is the use of Lontif safe for pregnant women?

Lontif can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Lontif safe during breastfeeding?

Lontif may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Lontif on the Kidneys?

Lontif has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lontif on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Lontif. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lontif on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Lontif. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Lontif with Other Drugs

Lontif should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Doxycycline

Phenytoin

Mild

Allopurinol

Lontif Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lontif unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Heart Failure
Peptic Ulcer
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy

Frequently asked Questions about Lontif

Is this Lontif habit forming or addictive?

Lontif is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Lontif. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Lontif should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Lontif for mental disorders.

No

Lontif Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lontif

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Lontif to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Lontif

Taking alcohol with Lontif can be dangerous.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Theophylline

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 224-227

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