Doxylamine Succinate Pyridoxine Hydrochloride & Folic Acid Tablets

Doxylamine Succinate Pyridoxine Hydrochloride & Folic Acid Tablets are used as an effective treatment for preventing nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. Women usually feel this kind of event during the 6th week of pregnancy. It can last up to 16 to 18 weeks. However, some women may feel it throughout pregnancy. It may lead to weight loss and electrolyte imbalances. The use of this medicine is very helpful in preventing vomiting and nausea.

Doxylamine Succinate Pyridoxine Hydrochloride & Folic Acid Tablets consists of three efficacious drugs: Doxylamine, Pyridoxine, and Folic Acid. Doxylamine is in a class of antihistamines that acts by inhibiting the histamine in the body, thereby preventing nausea and vomiting. Pyridoxine is vitamin B6 that restores the levels of vitamin B6 in the body. Folic acid is also a form of vitamin B that provides essential nutrients during pregnancy.

For the best possible effects, an individual patient should take this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. In addition, one should read the official guidelines issued by higher authorities to ensure the proper use of this medication. Aside from that, while taking this tablet,  you may experience mild to moderate side effects. Those adverse reactions will go away once the treatment is over or the body starts adjusting to the medication.

Precautions for Doxylamine Succinate Pyridoxine Hydrochloride & Folic Acid Tablets

Inform your doctor before commencing treatment with this medicine if you are allergic to Doxylamine, Pyridoxine, Folic Acid, or other content in it. Also, tell your doctor about your medical history, especially of asthma, glaucoma, stomach ulcer, a stomach blockage, vitamin B12 deficiency, etc. The dosage of this medicine may need to be adjusted in some conditions. Aside from that, an individual patient should consider following the below-listed points to get the best effects.

Measures to Take:-

1. Do not drink alcoholic beverages while taking this medication as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
2. Do not stop taking Doxylamine Succinate Pyridoxine Hydrochloride and Folic Acid Tablets abruptly as it leads to the recurrence of the symptoms.
3. Consider taking this medicine at least 1 or 2 hours before food/meal/snacks. Do not break, crush, or chew these tablets; swallow them as a whole with a full glass of water.
4. While taking this medication, you may experience dizziness or sleepiness. So, evade driving vehicles, operating heavy machinery, or performing activities requiring speed of psychomotor reactions.
5. Avoid taking this medicine with monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors, sleeping pills, or pain killers, it may interact with these medications. If you do, it may cause serious reactions. Also, inform your doctor if you are receiving other medications, including prescription, non-prescription, or herbal.

Possible Side effects

Unlike other medications, the adverse reactions caused by this medicine are relatively mild. In addition, those adverse reactions go away once the treatment is over, or the body starts adjusting to the medication. Aside from that, if you notice any persistent problem or serious adverse reaction, you may need medical help.

Most Common Adverse Reactions:-

• Dryness in mouth,
• Constipation,
• Drowsiness,
• Lightheadedness, etc.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the use of Doxylamine Succinate Pyridoxine Hydrochloride & Folic Acid Tablets?

A. This medicine is used to prevent nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. It happens during the sixth week and can last up to 12 to 16 weeks.

Q. Does this medicine cause any side effects?

A. Yes, while taking this medicine you may experience mild to moderate side effects, such as Constipation, Drowsiness, Lightheadedness, etc.

Q. Can you stop taking this medicine when you feel OK?

A. No, do not stop taking this medication even if you feel better. Stopping the treatment course early may result in reccurnce of symptoms.

Q. Is it safe to take Doxylamine Succinate Pyridoxine Hydrochloride & Folic Acid Tablets?

A. Yes, it is safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. However, self-medication is never recommended, must consult your doctor before commencing treatment with this medicine.