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

Doxophine Benefits & Uses

Doxophine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Asthma

Other Benefits

COPD

Doxophine 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

Doxophine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Doxophine is used -

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Headache

Common

Upset stomach
Restlessness

Doxophine Related Warnings

Is the use of Doxophine safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Doxophine.

Mild
Is the use of Doxophine safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Doxophine as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Doxophine on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Doxophine on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Doxophine on the Liver?

Doxophine does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Doxophine on the Heart?

Side effects of Doxophine rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Doxophine with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Mild

Rifampicin

Phenobarbital

Doxophine Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Doxophine

Is this Doxophine habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Doxophine.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Doxophine should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Doxophine in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Doxophine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Doxophine

It is safe to take Doxophine with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxophine

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Doxophine and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Doxophine

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Doxophine 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, Doxophine 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 Doxophine after prednisone?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Doxophine can be taken after prednisone. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. You are advised to take only prescribed doses.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Doxophine cause headache?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Rarely, Doxophine 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Doxophine safe to use?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Doxophine is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as irritability, epigastric pain, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Doxophine cause drowsiness?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Doxophine 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.