I used to take theophylline..

1) At what age did u start taking it? ---- 14

2) what was your total daily dosage?---- Anywhere from 1-2 capsules a day based on how I was feeling. I know, I know... it's not good to change your own dosages.

3) what other meds were u on?---- Advair, Astelin, Nexium, albuterol, prednisone, Allegra, Flovent, Avelox on and off, Singulair... I think that's all.

4) Did u have any nauseous side efects? ---- Oh yes.

5) Did u have any heart side effects? ----Yeah.

6) if so, do heart problems run in your family?---- Not really... my sister has a mitral valve prolapse, but that's all.

7) Do u have any medical records available of your blood pressure or resting heart rate when u were on the drug?---- No, but I took my resting heart rate myself at one time - 140. My blood pressure tends to be high though.

8) During the time u took the drug, do u think u were larger/fatter or smaller/thinner than an average person of your age? ----I lost some weight because when I'm nauseous, looking at food isn't an option.

9) How long have u been taking it? ---- I took it for about a week and then stopped.

10) How much caffeine do u drink in a day (Cola, coffee, chocolate)? ---- None


Thanks guys. Thats all there is for now!

Swimfast:

I have noticed that u have only taken theophylline for 1 week in your whole life. I will have to take your answers with a bit of caution as a result!

Was your heart rate of 140 taken during that week or is it your normal heart rate anyway?