Doxinate Od Tablet

Doxinate Od Tablet is used in the treatment of nausea and vomiting in pregnancy.This medicine is a combination of an antihistamine drug (Doxylamine) along with Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6). If a patient faces difficulty falling asleep, doctors may prescribe the tablet. The medication induces drowsiness and lethargy, thus leading to sound sleep.

People consuming this drug may experience certain side effects from the medication. These side effects may include constipation, drowsiness, dizziness, headache, and drying of the nose/mouth. Other adverse effects from the medicine include itchiness, seizures, etc.

As with all medicine, you should reveal any allergies that you have before the doctor prescribes this drug. This will rule out any allergic reactions to the medication in question. Apart from allergies, you must also inform the physician if you suffer from:

• Asthma
• Heart disease
• Diabetes
• Any other respiratory conditions.

Consult the doctor regarding the exact dosage suitable for you. Dosages can differ based on a number of factors. For instance, doctors will determine the correct dosage for a patient based on their age, health condition, and medical history. The general dosage of Doxinate Od Tablet for an adult diagnosed with insomnia is 25 mg once per day, half an hour before going to bed at night.

• Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy

• Allergy

• Burning Sensation

• Tightness Sensation

• Headache

• Nausea

• Sleepiness

• Pricking Sensation

• Tingling Sensation

• Constipation

• Drowsiness

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women must consult a doctor before using this drug.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Consult your physician to understand whether taking the drug may pose a risk to your new-born child while breastfeeding.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  You should avoid driving and operating heavy machinery after taking the medicine. Since the medicine makes you drowsy and sleepy, driving can be a dangerous activity, leading to accidents.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  While the medicine does not harm healthy kidneys, it can affect people who suffer from kidney diseases. Therefore, it is essential to adjust dosage or look for alternative medication if you suffer from kidney malfunctions.

• Does this affect liver function?

  It do not affect healthy liver functions but may cause damage if you suffer from liver diseases. In such a case, consult your physician to either adjust the dosage of the drug or find an alternative medicine.

• Is it habit forming?

  Most medicines in India do not have a potential to cause addictions. You should consult your doctor to understand whether it can be habit forming or not. It is important to follow the recommendation of the physician along with the dosage to avoid addiction.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effects of this drug depend on the dosage consumed. However, in case of average dosage, the effects should last between 6 and 8 hours from the time of consumption.

• What is the onset of action?

  Effects of the drug starts around 30-45 minutes after consumption.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Doxinate Od Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Doxinate -G Tablet

  Maneesh Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Emestat Od Tablet

  Obsurge Biotech Ltd

• Doxyla B6 20Mg/20Mg Tablet

  Maneesh Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Doxyfem B6 Tablet

  Dabur India Ltd

• Pregnadur Od 20 Mg/20 Mg Tablet

  Rhombus Pharma Pvt Ltd

• Doxeva Od 20Mg/20Mg Tablet

  Pegasus Farmaco India Pvt Ltd

• Gooday 20 Mg/20 Mg Tablet

  Akesiss Pharma Pvt Ltd

• Pregdox OD 20 mg/20 mg Tablet

  Rekvina Laboratories Ltd

• Dolby Forte Tablet

  Orange Healthcare Pvt Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the dose you missed. Keep in mind that you should never take two doses at the same time to compensate a missed dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

This drug is a first generation anti-allergic medication. It subdues the histamine H1 receptors in the body, which prevents the histamine from affecting the patient. Furthermore, it is an antagonist for muscarinic acetylcholine, thereby controls nausea and vomiting in pregnancy. Vitamin B6 also possesses anti nausea property.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol interacts with the drug and intensifies side effects, such as drowsiness. This is why you should never mix alcohol with it.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Doxinate interact with a number of drugs, such as Adderall, Aspirin, Cyclobenzaprine, Phenobarbital, Pregabalin, Phenytoin, Diphenhydramine, Amiodarone and Dextromethorphan.

• Interaction with Disease

  Inform your physician if you suffer from certain diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease, sleep apnoea and respiratory conditions.

• Interaction with Food

  Doxinate do not interfere with foods. You can safely consume the drug along with food or after you have consumed a meal.

• Ques : What is Doxinate Od Tablet?

  Ans : It is a medication which has Doxylamine and Pyridoxine as active elements present in it. This medicine performs its action by obstructing histamine at H1 receptors, modifying the electrical activity for calming and slowing overactive heart muscles. It is used to treat conditions such as Morning sickness in pregnant women, Insomnia, Allergic symptoms, Allergic reactions, Cold, Parkinsonism, etc.

• Ques : What are the uses of Doxinate Od Tablet?

  Ans : This drug is used for treating nausea and vomiting.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Doxinate Od Tablet?

  Ans : Side effects include headache, nausea, constipation.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Doxinate Od Tablet?

  Ans : It should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

• Ques : Can the use of Doxinate Od Tablet cause drowsiness or sleepiness?

  Ans : Yes, this drug is a medication which has some commonly known side effects which are drowsiness and sleepiness.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Doxinate Od Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : In most of the cases the average time taken by this medication, to reach its peak effect is around 1 day to 2 week, before noticing improvement in the condition.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Doxinate Od Tablet?

  Ans : It is generally used once or twice a day, as the time interval up to which this medication has an impact, is around 12 to 24 hours, but it is not the standard frequency, for using this medication.

• Ques : Should I use Doxinate Od Tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : It is commonly taken orally from the mouth and the action of salts involved in this medication, do not depend on using it pre-meal or post-meal. It is advised to consult a doctor before use and take it at a fixed time in a day.

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