Doxolin 200 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Doxolin 200 Tablet Information

Doxolin 200 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Asthma. Secondary and off-label uses of Doxolin 200 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Doxolin 200 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Doxolin 200 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Upset stomach, Restlessness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Doxolin 200 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Doxolin 200 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Doxolin 200 Tablet has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Doxolin 200 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Doxolin 200 Tablet related warnings section.

Doxolin 200 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Doxolin 200 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Doxolin 200 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Doxolin 200 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Doxolin 200 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Doxolin 200 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Asthma

Other Benefits

COPD

Doxolin 200 Tablet 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

Doxolin 200 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Doxolin 200 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Doxolin rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild

Mild
Is the use of Doxolin 200 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Doxolin has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Doxolin 200 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Doxolin rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Doxolin 200 Tablet on the Liver?

Doxolin does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Doxolin 200 Tablet on the Heart?

Doxolin has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Doxolin 200 Tablet with Other Drugs

Doxolin 200 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Phenytoin

Mild

Rifampicin

Phenobarbital

Doxolin 200 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Doxolin 200 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Doxolin 200 Tablet

Is this Doxolin 200 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Doxolin 200 Tablet is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Doxolin 200 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Doxolin 200 Tablet can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Doxolin 200 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Doxolin 200 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Doxolin 200 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Doxolin 200 Tablet

Taking Doxolin 200 Tablet with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxolin 200 Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Doxolin 200 Tablet with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Doxolin 200 Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Doxolin on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Doxolin?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Doxolin work?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Doxolin cause insomnia?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

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.