Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) Benefits & Uses

Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Morning Sickness during Pregnancy

Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) 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(Female)	Disease: Morning Sickness during Pregnancy Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 20 mg pyridoxine, 20 mg doxylamine and 5 mg folic acid, dose should be taken during first trimester of pregnancy

Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) is used -

Severe

Bradycardia
Anaphylactic reaction
Bronchospasm

Moderate

Blurred vision
Confusion
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Difficulty urinating
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Hallucinations
Decreased blood pressure
Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
Depression
Erythema
Neuropathy

Mild

Diarrhoea
पेट दर्द
Dizziness
Drowsiness
Dry Mouth
Headache
Restlessness
Skin redness
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Nausea or vomiting
Sleepiness
Stomach Upset
Numbness or tingling
Paresthesia

Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) Related Warnings

Is the use of Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) safe for pregnant women?

Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine).
What is the effect of Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) on the Kidneys?

Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine). If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) on the Heart?

Side effects of Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Severe Interaction of Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) with Other Drugs

Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Estradiol

Conjugated Estrogens

Phenobarbital

Phenytoin

Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Asthma
Peptic Ulcer
Bladder Infection
Liver Disease
Depression
Glaucoma
Pernicious Anemia
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy
Seizures

Frequently asked Questions about Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)

Is this Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine).

Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)

Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)

Information about the interaction of Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

See all substitutes for Doxylamine + Folic Acid + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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