
aminophylline
Aminophylline is a methylxanthine used to treat Apnea, Asthma, Bradycardia, Bronchial Spasm.
Methylxanthine · by Purepac Pharm
Generic of Somophyllin
Key facts
- Active ingredient
- Aminophylline
- Drug class
- Methylxanthine
- Form
- Injectable
- Strength
- Aminophylline 100MG
- Type
- Prescription (Rx)
- Brand or generic
- Generic
- May treat
- apnea, asthma, bradycardia
- Manufacturer
- Purepac Pharm
- FDA application
- ANDA084699
- Availability
- Discontinued (per FDA)
Drug class
May treat (source: NIH RxClass)
Dosage forms
Injectable
The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Aminophylline treat?
- Aminophylline (Aminophylline) may be used to treat apnea, asthma, bradycardia, bronchial spasm, bronchitis, pulmonary emphysema, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
- Is there a coupon or discount for Aminophylline?
- pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Aminophylline. To pay less, Aminophylline is already a generic — usually the lowest-cost version — so the main levers are comparing cash prices between pharmacies and using a pharmacy discount-card service. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
- Who makes Aminophylline?
- Aminophylline is marketed by Purepac Pharm. You can see Purepac Pharm's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
- Is Aminophylline a brand-name or generic drug?
- Aminophylline is a generic medication; its active ingredient is Aminophylline. Generics contain the same active ingredient as the brand-name original and are usually lower cost.
- Is Aminophylline available over the counter?
- No. Aminophylline is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
- What forms does Aminophylline come in?
- Aminophylline is currently marketed as injectable, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
- What class of drug is Aminophylline?
- Aminophylline is classified as methylxanthine, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.
- Is Aminophylline FDA-registered?
- Aminophylline is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number ANDA084699. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Information is sourced from public FDA regulatory data. Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.
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