If you are allergic to Deriphyllin OD 450 Tablet 15's 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 Deriphyllin OD 450 Tablet 15's 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 Deriphyllin OD 450 Tablet 15's. Do not take Deriphyllin OD 450 Tablet 15's if you have a heart rhythm disorder. Avoid taking Deriphyllin OD 450 Tablet 15's if you have a history of a heart attack.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Deriphyllin OD 450 Tablet 15's may interact with antidepressants (clomipramine, desipramine, amitriptyline, amoxapine), anti-HIV medicines (ritonavir), antibiotics (erythromycin, clarithromycin, ciprofloxacin, enoxacin, linezolid), antifungals (fluconazole), anti-tuberculosis drugs (isoniazid, rifampicin), diuretics and oral contraceptives.

Drug-Food Interaction: Deriphyllin OD 450 Tablet 15's may interact with caffeine. Therefore, avoid or limit the intake of caffeine with Deriphyllin OD 450 Tablet 15's as it may increase side effects. Deriphyllin OD 450 Tablet 15's may interact with St. John's wort (a herbal supplement). Therefore, inform your doctor if you are using St. John's wort before taking Deriphyllin OD 450 Tablet 15's.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have kidney, liver or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Deriphyllin OD 450 Tablet 15's.

• 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 Deriphyllin OD 450 Tablet 15's, irritate the lungs or worsen breathing problems.