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Medication

Theophylline

Methylxanthine bronchodilator

Brand names: Theo-24

Oral health effects

  • Dry mouth / GERD aggravation (erosion risk)

    Can reduce salivary flow and relax the lower esophageal sphincter, worsening reflux-related erosion.

    Clinical management: Erosion counseling; caries prevention; note narrow therapeutic index.

Sources

  1. Asthma and oral health: a review. Thomas MS, Parolia A, Kundabala M, Vikram M. Australian Dental Journal, 2010.