Delfyline D 400mg Capsule belongs to the class of drugs called 'bronchodilators' primarily used to prevent and treat symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Asthma is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty in breathing. COPD is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes).

Delfyline D 400mg Capsule contains Doxofylline that acts by inhibiting the phosphodiesterase 4 (PD-4) thereby relaxing the bronchial smooth muscle of lung's airways, making it easier for asthma and COPD patient to breath easily.

Use Delfyline D 400mg Capsule as prescribed. Your doctor will recommend you how often you take Delfyline D 400mg Capsule based on your medical condition. Some people may experience headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, irritability, insomnia (difficulty in falling or staying asleep) or fast heart rate. Most of these side effects of Delfyline D 400mg Capsule do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Delfyline D 400mg Capsule is contraindicated in acute myocardial infarction, low blood pressure (hypotension), lactating women and patients allergic to Delfyline D 400mg Capsule. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, before using Delfyline D 400mg Capsule. Delfyline D 400mg Capsule should be used with caution in congestive heart failure patients as these patients have slow drug clearance leading to high blood levels even after stopping treatment with Delfyline D 400mg Capsule.

Delfyline D 400mg Capsule is a bronchodilator and also possess antitussive (cough suppressant) properties that are used to treat symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD). Delfyline D 400mg Capsule works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs, especially in asthma and COPD patients. Additionally, Delfyline D 400mg Capsule helps in suppressing cough and makes breathing easier by opening airways. Thus it prevents an asthma attack, and an individual can exercise freely if it is taken before exercise or before expected exposure to irritants such as pollen, house dust, cigarette smoke and pets.

If you are allergic to Delfyline D 400mg Capsule or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. You are recommended to avoid taking Delfyline D 400mg Capsule with chocolate and caffeinated foods such as cocoa beans or tea leaves as they may increase the risk of severity of side effects. Delfyline D 400mg Capsule is contraindicated in breastfeeding mothers. If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please consult a doctor before using Delfyline D 400mg Capsule. Do not take Delfyline D 400mg Capsule if you have low blood pressure or had a heart attack. Delfyline D 400mg Capsule should be used with caution in congestive heart failure patients as these patients have slow drug clearance leading to high blood levels even after stopping treatment with Delfyline D 400mg Capsule. If you have low blood pressure, congestive heart failure, hypoxemia (low oxygen levels in the blood), hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), pulmonary heart diseases, stomach ulcer, kidney, liver or heart diseases, inform your doctor before taking Delfyline D 400mg Capsule.

• Regular blood tests are recommended while taking Delfyline D 400mg Capsule to monitor potassium levels and levels of Delfyline D 400mg Capsule in the blood.
• Delfyline D 400mg Capsule can cause serious side effects, possibly similar, which occurs by taking too much amount of caffeine. So avoid intake of Delfyline D 400mg Capsule with caffeinated beverages like chocolate, coffee etc.