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Theophylline

United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard

Synonym(s):

1,3-Dimethylxanthine, 2,6-Dihydroxy-1,3-dimethylpurine, 3,7-Dihydro-1,3-dimethyl-1H-purine-2,6-dione

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Empirical Formula (Hill Notation):
C7H8N4O2
CAS Number:
58-55-9
Molecular Weight:
180.16
Beilstein:
13463
MDL number:
MFCD00079619
UNSPSC Code:
41116107
PubChem Substance ID:
329751262
NACRES:
NA.24

grade

pharmaceutical primary standard

API family

theophylline

manufacturer/tradename

USP

application(s)

pharmaceutical (small molecule)

format

neat

SMILES string

CN1C(=O)N(C)c2[nH]cnc2C1=O

InChI

1S/C7H8N4O2/c1-10-5-4(8-3-9-5)6(12)11(2)7(10)13/h3H,1-2H3,(H,8,9)

InChI key

ZFXYFBGIUFBOJW-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Gene Information

human ... ADORA1(134) , ADORA2A(135) , ADORA2B(136) , ADORA3(140) , PDE3A(5139) , PDE3B(5140) , PDE4A(5141) , PDE4B(5142) , PDE4C(5143) , PDE4D(5144)

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General description

This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.

Application

Theophylline USP reference standard, intended for use in specified quality tests and assays as specified in the USP compendia. Also, for use with USP monographs such as:
  • Aminophylline
  • Aminophylline Delayed-Release Tablets
  • Aminophylline Injection
  • Aminophylline Oral Solution
  • Aminophylline Rectal Solution
  • Aminophylline Tablets
  • Dimenhydrinate

Biochem/physiol Actions

Phosphodiesterase inhibitor; diuretic; cardiac stimulant; muscle relaxant; asthma medication.

Analysis Note

These products are for test and assay use only. They are not meant for administration to humans or animals and cannot be used to diagnose, treat, or cure diseases of any kind.  ​

Other Notes

Sales restrictions may apply.

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Pictograms

Skull and crossbonesHealth hazard
GHS06,GHS08

Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Statements

H301,H360D

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. 3 Oral - Repr. 1B

Storage Class Code

6.1C - Combustible acute toxic Cat.3 / toxic compounds or compounds which causing chronic effects

WGK

WGK 1

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable

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Victoria Boswell-Smith et al.
The Journal of allergy and clinical immunology, 117(6), 1237-1243 (2006-06-06)
Theophylline has been relegated to a second- or even third-line therapy in the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), behind glucocorticosteroids and beta2-agonists, although recent findings have suggested that theophylline possesses anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects in addition
David J Henderson-Smart et al.
The Cochrane database of systematic reviews, (1)(1), CD000273-CD000273 (2010-01-22)
Recurrent apnea is common in preterm infants, particularly at very early gestational ages. These episodes of loss of effective breathing can lead to hypoxemia and bradycardia, which may be severe enough to require resuscitation including use of positive pressure ventilation.
Sean M Bagshaw et al.
Archives of internal medicine, 165(10), 1087-1093 (2005-05-25)
Contrast-induced nephropathy (CIN) is an important cause of declines in kidney function and is related to greater morbidity, health care costs, and mortality. Adenosine has been proposed to contribute to the pathophysiological process of CIN. We performed a systematic review
Peter J Barnes
American journal of respiratory and critical care medicine, 188(8), 901-906 (2013-05-16)
Theophylline (dimethylxanthine) has been used to treat airway diseases for more than 80 years. It was originally used as a bronchodilator, but the relatively high doses required are associated with frequent side effects, so its use declined as inhaled β2-agonists
Mazen Al-Alawi et al.
The American journal of medicine, 127(5), 370-378 (2014-01-02)
Global estimates on aging predict an increased burden of asthma in the older population. Consequently, its recognition, diagnosis, and management in clinical practice require optimization. This review aims to provide an update for clinicians, highlighting advances in the understanding of
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