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Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Introduction of Doxoril Plus Tablet
Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat asthma. It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe.
Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet1 and Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet2.
Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet1 and Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet2.
Uses of Doxoril Plus Tablet
Benefits of Doxoril Plus Tablet
In Asthma
Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet works by reducing and preventing swelling and inflammation in your lungs. It prevents the symptoms of asthma such as tightness in your chest, wheezing, breathlessness and coughing. This means you can carry out your daily activities more easily and more confidently.
It may take a few weeks for this medicine to show full effects. Keep taking it regularly as prescribed even if you do not have any symptoms (this means it is working). Do not stop taking it unless your doctor advises you to, otherwise you are more likely to suffer from symptoms. This medicine will not stop an asthma attack that has already started.
It may take a few weeks for this medicine to show full effects. Keep taking it regularly as prescribed even if you do not have any symptoms (this means it is working). Do not stop taking it unless your doctor advises you to, otherwise you are more likely to suffer from symptoms. This medicine will not stop an asthma attack that has already started.
Side effects of Doxoril Plus 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 Doxoril Plus
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Tremors
- Palpitations
- Muscle cramp
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Epigastric pain
- Irritability
- Tachycardia
- Extrasystoles
- Increased respiratory rate
- Throat irritation
- Respiratory tract infection
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Cough
- Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
- Dizziness
- Decreased potassium level in blood
- Nervousness
- Weakness
- Drowsiness
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Difficulty in urination
How to use Doxoril Plus 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. Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
Avoid Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, increased or uneven heart rate, muscle cramps or muscle pain. This may affect your ability to drive.
Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, increased or uneven heart rate, muscle cramps or muscle pain. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
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Quick tips
Doxoril Plus Tablet
- You have been prescribed Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet for the treatment of asthma.
- It should be taken at the same time each day, preferably in the evening after food.
- It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Always keep a fast-acting (rescue) inhaler with you.
- Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to make sure that you are taking the right dose.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood potassium levels. Inform your doctor if you notice muscle twitching or weakness, or an irregular heartbeat.
- Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.
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