Derimap Injection 2 ml belongs to the class of drugs called bronchodilators used to prevent and treat symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Asthma is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty in breathing. COPD is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes).

Derimap Injection 2 ml contains Theophylline and Etofylline, that works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Thus, it makes breathing easier. Thereby, Derimap Injection 2 ml helps prevent and treat the symptoms of asthma and COPD.

Derimap Injection 2 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Sometimes, you may experience nausea, vomiting, headache, restlessness, dizziness, or stomach upset. Most of these side effects of Derimap Injection 2 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. 

If you are allergic to Derimap Injection 2 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Derimap Injection 2 ml. If your breathing worsens or you often wake up at night with asthma and experience chest tightness in the morning, please consult a doctor immediately, as these might be signs indicating that your asthma is not controlled properly and requires an alternate or additional treatment. 

Derimap Injection 2 ml contains Theophylline and Etofylline-broncho dilators used to treat symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Derimap Injection 2 ml works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Thus, it makes breathing easier.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Restlessness
• Dizziness
• Stomach upset

If you are allergic to Derimap Injection 2 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If your breathing worsens or you often wake up at night with asthma, and experience chest tightness in the morning, please consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs indicating that your asthma is not controlled properly and requires an alternate or additional treatment. Regular monitoring of potassium levels is recommended while taking Derimap Injection 2 ml as it may cause low potassium levels in the blood. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Derimap Injection 2 ml. 

Drug-Drug Interaction: Inform your doctor if you are taking anticonvulsants (phenytoin, carbamazepine),  anti-HIV medicines (ritonavir), antibiotics (ciprofloxacin, enoxacin), general anaesthetic (halothane), anticancer drugs (lomustine) antimanic agents (lithium), anti-tuberculosis drugs (rifampicin), diuretics or other medicines.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have porphyria (rare blood disorder), fits, kidney, liver or heart problems, difficulty passing urine (in male patients), stomach ulcers, thyroid problems, fever or viral infection, inform your doctor before taking Derimap Injection 2 ml.

• PHENYTOIN
• CARBAMAZEPINE
• RITONAVIR
• CIPROFLOXACIN
• ENOXACIN
• HALOTHANE
• LITHIUM
• RIFAMPICIN

• Eat foods rich in potassium such as tomatoes, bananas, asparagus, oranges, potatoes, avocados, dark leafy greens and beetroots as potassium is important for lung function and a deficiency in potassium may cause breathing problems.
• Drink plenty of fluids as it h thin mucus and makes it easier to cough out.
• Avoid foods such as cabbage, beans, garlic, onions, shrimp, pickled food, dried fruits, fried foods, carbonated drinks, wine, and bottled lemon and lime juice as it may worsen asthma symptoms.
• Exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system. Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.
• Do meditation, deep breathing, regular exercise and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to get relief from stress and reduce the risk of an asthma attack.
• Quit smoking as it may reduce the effectiveness of Derimap Injection 2 ml, irritate the lungs or worsen breathing problems.

Asthma: It is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty in breathing. The symptoms of asthma include wheezing (whistling sound while breathing), shortness of breath, chest tightness, and cough, especially at night. The treatment for asthma includes medication, breathing exercises, and self-care.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): It is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes). The major cause of COPD is smoking tobacco. Also, long-term exposure to fumes and chemicals may lead to COPD. The symptoms include chronic cough, shortness of breath, or wheezing (whistle sound while breathing).