Aminophylline

Aminophylline is a medication designed to assist individuals facing breathing challenges, especially those linked to asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It is a combination of two substances: theophylline, a bronchodilator, and ethylenediamine, which enhances the solubility of theophylline. By targeting the muscles around the airways in the lungs, aminophylline works to relax these muscles, facilitating easier breathing by opening up air passages and thereby improving airflow. This mechanism can be particularly beneficial during asthma attacks or instances when a person ex...