Doxylamine Succinate + Pyridoxine Hydrochloride + Folic Acid tablet comes under the category of “anti-emetics” widely used for treating nausea and vomiting in pregnant ladies. Feeling nauseated or morning sickness is the common symptom of pregnancy that starts in the 6th week and can last upto 18th weeks. This may lead to electrolyte imbalance and even weight loss during pregnancy.
Increased hormone levels during pregnancy are the main cause of morning sickness. Also, this may be triggered due to smell, anxiety, taste, irritation, and pain in the stomach.
Doxylamine + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) + Folic Acid Tablets Uses
Doxylamine Succinate 10 mg + Pyridoxine Hydrochloride 10mg + Folic Acid I.P. 2.5mg tablet is mainly used for preventing vomiting and nausea during pregnancy. This tablet contains three ingredients – Doxylamine, Vitamin B6, and Folic Acid. Here, Doxylamine comes under the category of an antihistamine that works by blocking the histamine messenger that causes dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. Also, Vitamin B or Pyridoxine has anti-nausea properties and Folic Acid is an essential nutrient. This helps in restoring the vitamin B6 levels in the boat and provides essential nutrients during pregnancy.
Side Effects
A few side effects of taking doxylamine + folic acid + pyridoxine tablet will fade away once you stop taking the medicine. However, if the below symptoms worsen it is highly advisable to consult the doctor immediately –
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Dryness in mouth
- Constipation
Precautions To Be Taken
- It is highly advised to take this medicine DOXYMOL empty stomach with water.
- Do not combine this medicine with other sedation-inducing medicines like cough and cold as it may worsen the dizziness.
- Do not take DOXYMOL while breastfeeding as this medicine may pass into the breast milk.
- If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of DOXYMOL, it is advised to not take his medicine.
- If you are suffering from asthma, stomach ulcer, glaucoma, or vitamin B12 deficiency, you must consult the doctor before taking doxylamine + Folic Acid + Pyridoxine tablet.
- This tablet of doxylamine + folic acid + pyridoxine may interact with other medicines sleeping pills, blood thinners, cough & cold medicines, and painkillers.
- We advise not to take folate-rich food such as cereals while taking this DOXYMOL tablet.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Question – Does doxylamine pyridoxine affect the baby?
Answer – It is safe for the baby to take doxylamine pyridoxine to prevent vomiting and nausea during pregnancy
Question – Can I take doxylamine + pyridoxine + folic acid every day?
Answer – You can take doxylamine + pyridoxine + folic acid every day only after consulting the doctor.
Question – What if consume a high dose of doxylamine + vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) + folic acid?
Answer – In case of an overdose of doxylamine + pyridoxine + folic acid, visit the doctor immediately as it may worsen the side effects.
