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dyphylline (medicine)


dyphylline
<chemical> 7-(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)-1,3-dimethylxanthine. A theophylline derivative with broncho- and vasodilator properties. It is used in the treatment of asthma, cardiac dyspnea, and bronchitis.

Pharmacological action: bronchodilator agents, phosphodiesterase inhibitors, vasodilator agents.

Chemical name: 1H-Purine-2,6-dione, 7-(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)-3,7-dihydro-1,3-dimethyl-