Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Doxofylline (400mg) + Salbutamol (2mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	RESPIRATORY
User Rating	4.8
User Reviews	523

FAQ

What if you forget to take Doxoril Plus Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg, 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.

Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet Reviews

Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg 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 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 nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, headache, irritability, tremors, palpitations, muscle cramp, insomnia, and increased heart rate. 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. It may cause sleepiness and dizziness, 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.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

How Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet Works

Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg is a combination of two medicines:.

How to Use Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg 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 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.Avoid Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.

Benefits of Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet

In Asthma: Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg 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.

Uses of Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet

Asthma

Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Breast feeding ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg 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 may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg may cause side effects such as dizziness, increased or uneven heart rate, muscle cramps or muscle pain. This may affect your ability to drive.

Alcohol ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg 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.

Liver ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood potassium levels. Inform your doctor if you notice muscle twitching or weakness, or an irregular heartbeat.
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.
You have been prescribed Doxoril Plus 400mg/2mg for the treatment of asthma.
Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to make sure that you are taking the right dose.