Doxofil 400mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Zenlabs Ethica Ltd
Salt Composition
Doxofylline (400mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Doxofil 400mg Tablet is used to treat and prevent symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD). It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, making it easier to breathe.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Doxofil 400mg Tablet can be taken with food in the evening. Take it in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. The dose and frequency depend on the condition being treated. It does not work immediately or prevent already started breathing trouble, so always carry your medical inhaler for emergencies. Common side effects include vomiting, headache, nausea, and stomach upset. Avoid alcohol, smoking, and high-caffeine products like coffee, tea, and dark chocolates as they can enhance side effects. Inform your doctor if you have kidney, liver, or heart-related problems, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Directions for Use
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. Doxofil 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Doxofil 400mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
How it works
Doxofil 400mg Tablet is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles of the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Doxofil 400mg Tablet for prevention and treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). 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 take regular blood tests to monitor potassium level and the level of this medicine in your body. Notify your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney, liver, or heart disease, or if you have a smoking history. Your dose may need to be adjusted. Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Doxofil 400mg Tablet?
Doxofil 400mg Tablet is a long-acting oral bronchodilator, belonging to the methyxanthine derivative class.
How does Doxofil 400mg Tablet work?
Doxofil 400mg Tablet inhibits an enzyme called phosphodiesterase, leading to bronchodilation. This widens the airways in the lungs by relaxing surrounding smooth muscle. It is used for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). COPD is characterized by chronic airflow obstruction in the lungs, which causes breathlessness and difficulties with normal breathing, and is not fully reversible.
Is Doxofil 400mg Tablet an antibiotic?
Doxofil 400mg Tablet is not an antibiotic. It is a bronchodilator used for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Is Doxofil 400mg Tablet a steroid?
Doxofil 400mg Tablet is not a steroid. It is a bronchodilator used for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
What is Doxofil 400mg Tablet used for?
Doxofil 400mg Tablet is used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It provides symptomatic relief by relieving breathlessness and cough.
