Doxiflo Information
Doxiflo, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Asthma. Doxiflo also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Doxiflo. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Doxiflo also has some side effects, the most common being Upset stomach, Restlessness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Doxiflo as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Doxiflo go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Doxiflo has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Doxiflo related warnings talks about Doxiflo's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Doxiflo is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Doxiflo have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Doxiflo may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Doxiflo is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Doxiflo Benefits & Uses
Doxiflo is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Doxiflo Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Doxiflo Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Doxiflo is used -
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Headache
Common
- Upset stomach
- Restlessness
Doxiflo Related Warnings
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Is the use of Doxiflo safe for pregnant women?
Doxiflo rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Mild -
Is the use of Doxiflo safe during breastfeeding?
Doxiflo may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
Mild -
What is the effect of Doxiflo on the Kidneys?
Doxiflo rarely affects the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Doxiflo on the Liver?
Doxiflo is not harmful for the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Doxiflo on the Heart?
Doxiflo has very mild side effects on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Doxiflo with Other Drugs
Doxiflo should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Mild
Doxiflo Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Doxiflo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Heart Disease
- Allergy
- Kidney Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Doxiflo
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Is this Doxiflo habit forming or addictive?
Doxiflo does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Doxiflo can make you feel drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Doxiflo should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Doxiflo is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Doxiflo Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Doxiflo
Taking Doxiflo with food does not harm your health.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxiflo
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Doxiflo with alcohol will be.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Doxiflo
Question almost 6 years ago
Can I take Doxiflo without consulting a doctor?
Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality
No, Doxiflo is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to use this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
Question over 5 years ago
Can I take Doxiflo after prednisone?
Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Doxiflo can be taken after prednisone. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. You are advised to take only prescribed doses.
Question about 6 years ago
How to take Doxiflo?
Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician
Take Doxiflo 2-3 times a day or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because food does not affect the absorption of medicine from the gut. Precautions must be taken in patients with renal (kidney) & hepatic (liver) dysfunction, peptic ulcer, hypothyroidism, and cardiac disease.
Question over 5 years ago
Does Doxiflo cause drowsiness?
Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Doxiflo causes drowsiness or dizziness but it occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug. Do not take up activities such as driving while taking this drug.
Question almost 6 years ago
Does Doxiflo cause headache?
Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology
Rarely, Doxiflo causes a headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm, and complete rest. Even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
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