Aminophylline

 
Chemical Formula: C₁₆H₂₄N₁₀O₄

Molecular Weight: 420.43

CAS Number: 317-34-0

Description:  Aminophylline USP, White to yellowish white powder, Theophylline anhydrous≥84.0%, Ethylenediamine≥157.0%

Aminophylline is a drug combination that contains theophylline and ethylenediamine in a 2:1 ratio. Once in the body, theophylline is released and acts as a phosphodiesterase inhibitor, adenosine receptor blocker, and histone deacetylase activator. Similar to other theophyllines, aminophylline is indicated for the treatment of lung diseases such as asthma, chronic bronchitis, and COPD.