Proxyphylline

Proxyphylline is a derivative of theophylline which is used as a bronchodilator and for its cardiovascular properties. It selectively antagonizes A1 adenosine receptors (Ki = 82 nM for bovine brain) versus A2 adenosine receptors (Ki = 850 μM for platelets).

In combination with ephedrine it’s used for relief of acute bronchial asthma and for reversible bronchospasm associated with chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Proxyphylline is readily absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and it’s not converted to theophylline in the body. The clinical studies are agreed with the property of proxyphylline to inhibit the cyclic nucleotide phosphodiesterases.