Doxylong

INTRODUCTION

Doxylong Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of nausea or vomiting during pregnancy. It blocks signals to reach the brain that trigger the feeling of nausea and vomiting.

Doxylong Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are dryness in the mouth, constipation, and lightheadedness. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.

USES OF DOXYLONG TABLET

• Treatment of Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy

BENEFITS OF DOXYLONG TABLET

In Treatment of Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy

Doxylong Tablet blocks the action of chemicals in the body that can make you feel or be sick during pregnancy. This medicine helps you cope up with nausea or vomiting that occurs due to hormonal changes during pregnancy and helps you complete the term without much discomfort. It also contains nutritional supplements that improve your baby’s immune system, enhance the baby’s brain development and also help reduce nausea and vomiting during pregnancy.

SIDE EFFECTS OF DOXYLONG TABLET

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Doxylong

• Dryness in mouth
• Constipation
• Drowsiness
• Lightheadedness

HOW TO USE DOXYLONG TABLET

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. Doxylong Tablet is to be taken with food.

HOW DOXYLONG TABLET WORKS

Doxylong Tablet is a combination of three medicines: doxylamine, vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) and folic acid, which treats nausea and vomiting associated with pregnancy. Doxylamine is an antihistamine which works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (histamine), thereby controlling nausea, vomiting, and dizziness. Pyridoxine (vitamin B6) is a form of vitamin B which possesses anti-nausea properties. Folic is also a form of vitamin B which provides essential nutrients.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Doxylong Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Doxylong Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Doxylong Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Larger doses or prolonged use of Doxylong Tablet may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby

Driving

UNSAFE

Doxylong Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Doxylong Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Doxylong Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Doxylong Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Doxylong Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE DOXYLONG TABLET?

If you miss a dose of Doxylong 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.