Prescription
Bronchodilator (airway opener)
Aminophylline
Last reviewed April 2026
Who is this for?
What is this drug?
Aminophylline is a medicine that relaxes and opens up the airways in your lungs, making it easier to breathe. It works by relaxing the muscles around your air passages and reducing swelling inside them.
What is it used for?
Asthmadifficulty breathing (wheezing)chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (long-term lung problems)bronchospasm (tightening of the airways)
Prescription Required
A doctor's prescription is required to obtain this drug legally.