Doxolin OD 400mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Zydus Cadila
Salt Composition
Doxofylline (400mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Doxolin OD 400mg Tablet is used to treat and prevent symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD).
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Doxolin OD 400mg Tablet can be taken with the food in the evening. Take it in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. The dose and how often should take it may depend on what you are taking it for. Take it for as long as it is prescribed for you. In case you missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. It does not work immediately or prevent the already started breathing trouble, hence always carry your medical inhaler with you for an emergency.
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. Doxolin OD 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Doxolin OD 400mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
How it works
Doxolin OD 400mg Tablet is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles of the airways and widens airways, making breathing easier.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Doxolin OD 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. 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. Always carry your medical inhaler with you for an emergency. Your doctor may take regular blood tests to monitor potassium level and the level of this medicine in your body. Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better. Notify your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting the treatment.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Doxolin OD 400mg Tablet?
Doxolin OD 400mg Tablet is a long-acting oral bronchodilator, belonging to a new generation of medications. It is a methyxanthine derivative.
How does Doxolin OD 400mg Tablet work?
Doxolin OD 400mg Tablet inhibits an enzyme called phosphodiesterase, which leads to bronchodilation (expansion of the airways in the lungs by relaxing the surrounding smooth muscle). It is prescribed for asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) treatment. COPD is a lung condition characterized by long-term breathing obstruction that hinders normal airflow and is often not fully reversible.
Is Doxolin OD 400mg Tablet an antibiotic?
Doxolin OD 400mg Tablet is not an antibiotic. It belongs to a class of bronchodilators used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Is Doxolin OD 400mg Tablet a steroid?
Doxolin OD 400mg Tablet is not a steroid. It is a bronchodilator used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
What is Doxolin OD 400mg Tablet used for?
Doxolin OD 400mg Tablet is a bronchodilator prescribed for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It helps relieve breathlessness and coughing, providing symptomatic relief.
