Doxofylline
Doxofylline
Doxofylline (pronounced: dox-o-fil-lin) is a bronchodilator medication primarily used in the management of asthma and COPD.
Etymology
The term "Doxofylline" is derived from its chemical structure, which is a derivative of xanthine. The prefix "doxo-" is derived from the Greek word "doxa", meaning "glory", and "phylline" is a common suffix used in the names of xanthine derivatives.
Usage
Doxofylline is used to prevent and treat wheezing, shortness of breath, and difficulty breathing caused by asthma, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema. It works by relaxing and opening the air passages to the lungs, making it easier to breathe.
Related Terms
- Bronchodilator: A type of medication that makes breathing easier by expanding the airways (bronchi) of the lungs.
- Asthma: A condition in which a person's airways become inflamed, narrow and swell, and produce extra mucus, which makes it difficult to breathe.
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): A type of obstructive lung disease characterized by long-term breathing problems and poor airflow.
- Xanthine: A purine base found in most human body tissues and fluids and in other organisms.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Doxofylline
- Wikipedia's article - Doxofylline
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