INTRODUCTION ABOUT DOXOLIN 400MG TABLET

DOXOLIN 400MG TABLET contains Doxofylline which belongs to the group of medicines called Bronchodilators. It is used to manage asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It can also be used to reduce apnea (lack of breathing) and other respiratory diseases associated with bronchospasm (tightening of airways).

Asthma is a long-term respiratory disease in which your airways become inflamed, swollen and narrowed. It also causes excessive mucous secretion in the airways which makes it difficult for the air to pass through, leading to unpleasant symptoms like wheezing, difficulty in breathing, chest pain and/or cough.

COPD is a lung disease characterized by chronic lung inflammation and obstructed air flow within the airways. It causes wheezing, breathing difficulties, cough with mucus production and chest pain.

During management with DOXOLIN 400MG TABLET your doctor will periodically monitor the levels of doxofylline in your blood as a precaution and would adjust the dose accordingly. Limit the consumption of caffeine containing foods and beverages (such as coffee) while taking DOXOLIN 400MG TABLET.

Before taking DOXOLIN 400MG TABLET inform your doctor if you have any liver, kidney or heart problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have hypertension, hyperthyroidism, stomach ulcers or any concomitant infections as a precaution.

DOXOLIN 400MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe hypotension or heart problems (such as myocardial infarction). It is also not suitable for use in breastfeeding women.

Inform your doctor before taking DOXOLIN 400MG TABLET if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. The most common side effects of taking DOXOLIN 400MG TABLET are nausea, vomiting, upper stomach pain, irritability, lack of sleep and fast heartbeat or breathing. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect worsens.

USES OF DOXOLIN 400MG TABLET

It is used to manage:

• Bronchial Asthma
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
• Apnea (breathing stops for a brief period)

HOW DOXOLIN 400MG TABLET WORKS

DOXOLIN 400MG TABLET is a bronchodilator. It relaxes the smooth muscles of the airways by blocking the release of certain enzymes (phosphodiesterase) in the respiratory tract that triggers narrowing. As a result, it widens the airways, allows the air to pass through more freely and makes breathing easier.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take DOXOLIN 400MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.

Your doctor will decide the correct dose, duration of therapy and number of doses per day depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Do not stop taking DOXOLIN 400MG TABLET once your symptoms subside without consulting your doctor.

SIDE EFFECTS OF DOXOLIN 400MG TABLET

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Nausea and Vomiting:

Take DOXOLIN 400MG TABLET with or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oil rich or spicy foods. Consult your doctor if your symptom worsens.

Headache:

Rest and relax. Keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids such as water or electrolytes. Applying a pain-relieving balm on your forehead can be beneficial. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your headache. Consult your doctor if your headache worsens.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A) Drug-Drug Interactions:

Before taking DOXOLIN 400MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as:

• other methylxanthines (used to manage respiratory problems) Ex. etophylline, aminophylline
• medicines used to manage bacterial infections (such as erythromycin, troleandomycin, lincomycin, clindamycin)
• allopurinol (a medicine used to manage gout)
• cimetidine (a medicine used to manage stomach ulcers)
• influenza vaccine
• propranolol (a medicine used to manage heart problems)
• phenytoin (a medicine used to manage fits)
• sympathomimetic drugs (medicines used to increase heart rate and hypertension) Ex. ephedrine

B) Drug-Food Interactions:

Limit the consumption of foods and beverages rich in caffeine (such as coffee) while taking DOXOLIN 400MG TABLET.

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took more DOXOLIN 400MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep DOXOLIN 400MG TABLET out of reach of children
• Store DOXOLIN 400MG TABLET at room temperature