Doxfa

Indication :

 

Doxylamine Succinate Folic Acid Pyridoxine HCL Tablets- The combination medication is used in the treatment of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. Many formulations include folic acid as it is crucial for preventing neural tube defects in the fetus. 

Doxylamine Succinate acts as an inverse agonist of the H1 receptor and a muscarinic receptor antagonist. It blocks neural pathways that trigger vomiting and causes sedation to manage symptoms. Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, which is also known as Vitamin B6, acts as a coenzyme in metabolic processes. 

The tablets are often formulated as delayed-release. This allows them to be taken at nighttime to fight with the morning sickness. Hence, it provides relief throughout the night and early morning. This combination is classified under the FDA category A. It means that there is no risk to the fetus in the first trimester.

The product is manufactured by Moruf Lifesciences under the brand name Doxfa. Moruf Lifesciences’s core focus is on women’s healthcare. They also offer PCD pharma franchise opportunities for business seekers.

Benefits of Doxylamine Pyridoxine Tablets

The key benefits of the tablets include

• Highly effective against nausea and vomiting related to pregnancy.
• Helps in fulfilling Vitamin B6 deficiencies often found in pregnancy.
• Supports the healthy development of the baby's brain and spinal cord.
• The tablets also do not increase the risk of preterm delivery or low birth weight.

Precautions for Doxylamine Succinate Folic Acid Pyridoxine HCL Tablets

Before consuming these tablets, you must read the crucial warnings given on the back of the box. This warning box alerts you the important instructions of the medication.

• Avoid consuming alcohol as it increases drowsiness. 
• Avoid taking this medication with other sedatives, antihistamines, or cold medicines as they may cause excessive dizziness or falls.
• Breastfeeding women should not consume these tablets as it may pass into breast milk and harm the baby.
• Take the medication under doctor’s prescription, generally taken on an empty stomach with a glass full of water
• Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet.
• Consult a doctor if you have asthma, glaucoma, peptic ulcers, or urinary obstruction, as doxylamine may worsen these conditions.
• Inform your doctor if you are taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) or other sedating medicines.

Storage Instructions for Doxylamine Pyridoxine Folic Acid tablet  

• Keep the tablets away from direct light and moisture. ‘
• Keep them tightly closed in the original packaging.
• Store them out of reach of children and pets
• Store at a room temperature of 20-25°C.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1- Are Doxylamine Pyridoxine tablets only for pregnant women? 

A- The tablet's primary use is to treat morning sickness during pregnancy, but it can be used as a sleep medicine for cold/allergy symptoms.

Q2- Do Doxylamine Pyridoxine tablets have any side effects on my baby?

A- If you are a breastfeeding woman, then you should not take this as it passes through the breast milk. 

Q3- What should i do if my vomiting doesn’t stop after taking Doxylamine Pyridoxine tablets? 

A- Contact your doctor and discuss increasing the dose, if the current dosage doesn’t work for you.

Q4- Is Doxylamine Pyridoxine Folic Acid tablet a habit-forming medicine?

A- No, the tablets are not addictive and are totally safe to consume during pregnancy.

Q5- Can I take Doxylamine Pyridoxine tablets along with iron and calcium supplements?

A- You have to maintain an adequate gap of 1-2 hours between the tablets to avoid any risk. 

Q6- Do Doxylamine Pyridoxine tablets increase my appetite?

A- Yes, the tablets can increase your appetite. The medication simply restores your normal appetite by reducing vomiting that prevents you from eating.

Q7- Can I stop taking Doxylamine Pyridoxine tablets once vomiting stops?

A- Suddenly stopping the medication can cause a rapid return of severe nausea and vomiting. Consult your doctor before stopping.

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