| Theophylline |
|
Time to steady state: 2–3 days |
| Sampling time and target range |
|
8-12 hours after dose (not critical): 10–20mg/L |
| Comment |
|
Metabolised in the liver. 5-10mg/L may be adequate if patient is well controlled within this range. For IV aminophylline dose and administration guidance see here. |
Guideline reviewed: August 2021
Page updated: March 2022
