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Doxolin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Asthma. Other than this, Doxolin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Doxolin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Doxolin include Upset stomach, Restlessness. Some other side effects of Doxolin have been listed ahead. These side effects of Doxolin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Doxolin is Mild for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Doxolin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Allergy must refrain from the use of Doxolin since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Doxolin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Doxolin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Doxolin is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Doxolin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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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Is the use of Doxolin safe for pregnant women?
Doxolin rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Doxolin safe during breastfeeding?
Doxolin has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Doxolin on the Kidneys?
Doxolin rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Doxolin on the Liver?
Doxolin does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Doxolin on the Heart?
Doxolin has very mild side effects on the heart.
Doxolin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Doxolin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Doxolin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Doxolin is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Doxolin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Doxolin can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Doxolin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Doxolin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Doxolin
Taking Doxolin with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxolin
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Doxolin with alcohol will be.
No, Doxolin should not be discontinued without doctors advice even when you start feeling well. You are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Take Doxolin 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.
Doxolin 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, Doxolin provides relief to the patients from bronchospasm and breathing trouble in respiratory disorders.
Rarely, Doxolin causes insomnia (sleeplessness) if taken in high doses. It is known side effect of this drug. To tackle this your doctor may switch your medications or lower its dosage.
No, Doxolin does not contains steroids. It contains doxofylline which belongs to the class of drugs known as bronchodilators.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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