theobid
Definition
Noun: 1. A pharmaceutical preparation of theophylline: "Theobid" is a brand name for a medication containing theophylline, a drug used to treat respiratory diseases like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) by relaxing and opening air passages in the lungs.
Usage
- "Theobid" is used as a proper noun referring to a specific branded medication. It is typically discussed in medical contexts.
- Example:
Advanced Usage
- Therapeutic Use: The term is used specifically to refer to the sustained-release formulation of theophylline, designed for long-term management of respiratory conditions.
- Example: Patients on Theobid must have their blood levels monitored to avoid toxicity.
Variants and Related Words
- Theophylline (n): The generic name of the active chemical compound in Theobid. It is a methylxanthine alkaloid.
- Example: Theophylline, sold under brands like Theobid, is a common bronchodilator.
- Bronchodilator (n): A type of medication that dilates the bronchi and bronchioles, decreasing resistance in the respiratory airway. This is the class of drug to which Theobid belongs.
Synonyms
- Sustained-release theophylline: Describes the drug's formulation.
- Bronchodilator medication: Describes its function.
Notes on Meaning
- While the reference context defines "theobid" as the alkaloid itself, in standard modern medical and pharmaceutical usage, "Theobid" (often capitalized) is recognized specifically as a brand name for a theophylline-based drug. The definition provided here reflects this contemporary, specific usage rather than the general chemical term.
Noun
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a colorless crystalline alkaloid derived from tea leaves or made synthetically; used in medicine as a bronchial dilator
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