Doxiflo: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

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 Dosage & How to Take
Doxiflo Side Effects
Doxiflo Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Doxiflo with Other Drugs
Doxiflo Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Doxiflo
Doxiflo Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Doxiflo Benefits & Uses

Doxiflo is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Asthma

Other Benefits

COPD

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Doxiflo Related Warnings

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

Phenytoin

Mild

Rifampicin

Phenobarbital

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

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

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

How long can I safely take Doxiflo?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Take Doxiflo as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Taking this drug beyond that period might not be good for you because it can lead to unintended side effects.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Doxiflo?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Doxiflo is a brand name of doxofylline and it is available in the form of a tablet and syrup. It is a derivative of methylxanthine and belongs to the class of drug known as bronchodilators. Doxiflo is a prescription drug which is used for relief of bronchospasm in bronchial asthma, COPD, and pulmonary disease.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Doxiflo with fluticasone ?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Doxiflo can be taken with fluticasone. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Doxiflo work?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Doxiflo contains doxofylline which is a bronchodilator. It works by inhibiting the phosphodiesterase enzyme that causes smooth muscle relaxation. This results in breathing easily during COPD and bronchial asthma. It has also an anti-inflammatory activity which exerts by reducing pleurisy (inflammation of pleura of lungs) induced by the inflammatory mediator. Hence in this way, Doxiflo provides relief to the patients from bronchospasm and breathing trouble in respiratory disorders.