
Doxolin 400mg Tablet
Doxofylline (400mg)
by Zydus Cadila
strip of 30 tablets
About this medicine
Doxolin 400mg Tablet is used to treat and prevent symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which flow of air to the lung is blocked). It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe. Doxolin 400mg Tablet can be taken with the food in the evening. Take it in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. The dose and how often should take it may depend on what you are taking it for. Take it for as long as it is prescribed for you. In case you missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. It does not work immediately or prevent the already started breathing trouble, hence always carry your medical inhaler with you for an emergency. The most common side effects of this medicine include vomiting, headache, nausea, and stomach upset. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Generally, it is advised not to consume alcohol or do not smoke while on treatment. You must avoid high caffeinated products like coffee, tea, and dark chocolates as it enhances drug side effects. Before taking this medicine, let your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease or if you have heart-related problems. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting the treatment.
Uses
- Treatment and prevention of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Benefits
In Treatment and prevention of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Doxolin 400mg Tablet helps the airways in your lungs stay open. It relaxes the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for air to get in and out. It will relieve symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.
How it works
Doxolin 400mg Tablet is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles of the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.
How to use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Doxolin 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Doxolin 400mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
Common side effects
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Upset stomach
Safety advice
- AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Doxolin 400mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Doxolin 400mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Doxolin 400mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
- DrivingUNSAFE
- Doxolin 400mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- There is limited information available on the use of Doxolin 400mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
- LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- There is limited information available on the use of Doxolin 400mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Doxolin 400mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick facts
- Chemical Class
- Methylxanthine Derivative
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Respiratory
Frequently asked questions
What is Doxolin 400mg Tablet?
Doxolin 400mg Tablet is a new generation long-acting oral bronchodilator. It is a methyxanthine derivative.
How does Doxolin 400mg Tablet work?
Doxolin 400mg Tablet inhibits an enzyme called phosphodiesterase which results in bronchodilation (dilation or widening of the airways in the lungs by relaxing the surrounding smooth muscle). It is used for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). COPD is a lung disease characterized by chronic obstruction of lung airflow that interferes with normal breathing and is not fully reversible. Doxolin 400mg Tablet relieves the breathlessness and cough thereby providing symptomatic relief.
Is Doxolin 400mg Tablet antibiotic?
Doxolin 400mg Tablet is not an antibiotic. Doxolin 400mg Tablet is a bronchodilator used for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Is Doxolin 400mg Tablet a steroid?
Doxolin 400mg Tablet is not a steroid. Doxolin 400mg Tablet is a bronchodilator used for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
What is Doxolin 400mg Tablet used for?
Doxolin 400mg Tablet is a bronchodilator used for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It helps to relieve breathlessness and cough thereby providing symptomatic relief.
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Zydus Cadila
- Salt composition
- Doxofylline (400mg)
- Pack
- strip of 30 tablets
- Dosage form
- Tablet
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
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