Description
Doxofylline is a xanthine derivative that inhibits phosphodiesterases (PDEs), but does not activate adenosine receptors. Doxofylline exhibits anti-asthma, anti-tussive, and bronchodilatory activities and is clinically used to treat asthma.
References
Shukla D, Chakraborty S, Singh S, et al. Doxofylline: a promising methylxanthine derivative for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Expert Opin Pharmacother. 2009 Oct;10(14):2343-56. PMID: 19678793.
Cirillo R, Barone D, Franzone JS. Doxofylline, an antiasthmatic drug lacking affinity for adenosine receptors. Arch Int Pharmacodyn Ther. 1988 Sep-Oct;295:221-37. PMID: 3245738.