Theophylline levels are increased in all, except
Correct Answer: Smoking
Description: Ans. is 'b' i.e., Smoking Smoking induces theophylline metabolism and decreases its plasma level.In certain conditions theophylline concentration is increased, so its dose has to be reduced.These conditions are - Age > 60 years CHFPneumonia Liver failureDrugs causing increased concentration of theophyllineErythromycinCiprofloxacinCimetidineOral contraceptivesAllopurinol
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