Doxovent Tablet
Manufacturer
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Doxofylline (400mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Doxovent Tablet is used to treat and prevent symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which flow of air to the lung is blocked).
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Doxovent 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. Doxovent Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
vomiting headache nausea and stomach upset
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Doxovent Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Doxovent 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.
Pregnancy Warning
Information regarding the use of Doxovent Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
How it works
Doxovent 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 Doxovent 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 test 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 Doxovent Tablet?
Doxovent Tablet is a new generation long-acting oral bronchodilator, specifically a methyxanthine derivative.
How does Doxovent Tablet work?
Doxovent Tablet works by inhibiting the enzyme phosphodiesterase, which leads to bronchodilation, or the widening of airways in the lungs by relaxing surrounding smooth muscle. This medication is used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a lung disease characterized by chronic obstruction of lung airflow that interferes with normal breathing and is not fully reversible. By relieving breathlessness and cough, Doxovent Tablet provides symptomatic relief.
Is Doxovent Tablet antibiotic?
No, Doxovent Tablet is not an antibiotic. It is a bronchodilator used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Is Doxovent Tablet a steroid?
No, Doxovent Tablet is not a steroid. It is a bronchodilator used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
What is Doxovent Tablet used for?
Doxovent Tablet is a bronchodilator used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It helps to relieve breathlessness and cough, providing symptomatic relief.
