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

Doxobid Information

Doxobid is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Asthma. Doxobid also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Doxobid. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Doxobid are Upset stomach, Restlessness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Doxobid as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Doxobid normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Doxobid is Mild for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Doxobid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Doxobid can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Doxobid in conditions like Allergy. The section on Doxobid contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Doxobid may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Doxobid, 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
Severe Interaction of Doxobid with Other Drugs
Doxobid Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Doxobid
Doxobid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Doxobid Benefits & Uses

Doxobid is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Asthma

Other Benefits

COPD

Doxobid 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

Doxobid Side Effects

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

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Headache

Common

Upset stomach
Restlessness

Doxobid Related Warnings

Is the use of Doxobid 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 safe during breastfeeding?

Doxobid may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Doxobid on the Kidneys?

Doxobid has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Doxobid on the Liver?

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

Safe
What is the effect of Doxobid on the Heart?

Doxobid has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Doxobid with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Mild

Rifampicin

Phenobarbital

Doxobid Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Doxobid

Is this Doxobid habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Doxobid 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 can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Doxobid 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 cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Doxobid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Doxobid

It is safe to take Doxobid with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxobid

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Doxobid

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.