Doxobid Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Doxobid Tablet Information

Doxobid Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Asthma. Secondary and off-label uses of Doxobid Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Doxobid Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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 Doxobid Tablet include Upset stomach, Restlessness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Doxobid Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Doxobid 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.

Doxobid Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Doxobid Tablet related warnings talks about Doxobid Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Doxobid Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Doxobid Tablet contraindications section.

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

In addition to the above precautions for Doxobid Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Doxobid Benefits & Uses
Doxobid Dosage & How to Take
Doxobid Side Effects
Doxobid Related Warnings
Doxobid Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Doxobid
Doxobid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Doxobid Tablet Benefits & Uses

Doxobid Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Asthma

Other Benefits

COPD

Doxobid 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

Doxobid Tablet Side Effects

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

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Headache

Common

Upset stomach
Restlessness

Doxobid Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Doxobid Tablet safe for pregnant women?

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

Mild
Is the use of Doxobid Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Doxobid may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Doxobid Tablet on the Kidneys?

Doxobid has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Doxobid Tablet on the Liver?

Using Doxobid does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Doxobid Tablet on the Heart?

Doxobid has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Doxobid Tablet Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Doxobid Tablet

Is this Doxobid Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Doxobid Tablet has not been reported.

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 Doxobid Tablet can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Doxobid Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Doxobid Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Doxobid Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Doxobid Tablet

It is safe to take Doxobid Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxobid Tablet

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Doxobid Tablet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Doxobid Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Doxobid cause drowsiness?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Doxobid 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.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Doxobid work?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Doxobid 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, Doxobid provides relief to the patients from bronchospasm and breathing trouble in respiratory disorders.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Doxobid safe to use?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Doxobid 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

Is Doxobid an antibiotic?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Doxobid is not an antibiotic. It contains doxofylline that belongs to the class of drugs called bronchodilator which is used to provide relief from bronchospasm mainly in asthma and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Doxobid on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Doxobid 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.