Doxylamine+ Pyridoxine +Folic Acid Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. The medicine belongs to the category of drugs called anti-emetics. Morning sickness is a common symptom in pregnancy that is noticed from the 6th week of pregnancy, lasting up to 16 to 18 weeks. Some women may experience morning sickness throughout the pregnancy. Nausea and vomiting during pregnancy can lead to electrolyte imbalances and weight loss in pregnant women. Store the Doxylamine+ Pyridoxine +Folic Acid Tablet in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight to avoid getting it contaminated. 

Follow the dosage and duration prescribed by your doctor and do not indulge in the overdosage of medicine. Do not crush, chew, or break the tablets as it may cause irritation in the mouth. Swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water. Some users may experience a range of side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, tiredness, and constipation. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Doxylamine, Pyridoxine, Folic Acid, or similar medicines. 

Medical Benefits of Doxylamine, Pyridoxine, Folic Acid Tablet

Doxylamine+ Pyridoxine +Folic Acid Tablets are primarily used in the treatment of nausea and vomiting during medicine. It belongs to the class of medications called ‘anti-emetics’. The combination medicine is composed of doxylamine, vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), and folic acid, which treats nausea and vomiting associated with pregnancy.  Doxylamine is an antihistamine that works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (histamine), thereby controlling nausea, vomiting, and dizziness. Pyridoxine is a form of vitamin B6 which possesses anti-nausea properties. Folic is also a form of vitamin B which provides essential nutrients to maintain reproductive health in women. 

Directions for Use 

Carefully, read the description label given along the Doxylamine+ Pyridoxine +Folic Acid Tablet. Do not crush, chew, or break the tablets as it may cause irritation in the mouth. Swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water. You can take the medicine with or without food to avoid an upset stomach. 

Side Effects of Doxylamine, Pyridoxine, Folic Acid Tablet

There are mild to moderate side effects of Doxylamine, Pyridoxine, and Folic Acid Tablets do not last for a long time. The side effects may vary in all the users as they depend on the physiological condition and response to the therapy. Inform your doctor in case the side effects get severe or persist with time. The range of benefits noticed on using the Doxylamine, Pyridoxine, and Folic Acid Tablets are mentioned as follows: 

• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Tiredness
• Dry mouth
• Constipation

Drug Interactions 

Doxylamine, Pyridoxine, and Folic Acid Tablets may interact with other medicines and cause adverse side effects. The medicine may also interact with certain food items and diseases. Do not take Doxylamine, Pyridoxine, or Folic Acid Tablets with the following mentioned drugs:

• Blood thinners
• Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (selegiline, rasagiline, and tranylcypromine, etc.)
• Sleeping pills (zolpidem, alprazolam, and triazolam, etc.)
• Certain pain medicines (morphine and methadone, etc.)
• Cough or cold medicines (brompheniramine, chlorpheniramine
• Diphenhydramine 

Safety Precautions and Warnings 

1. Avoid consuming alcohol with Doxylamine, Pyridoxine, and Folic Acid Tablets as they may interact and cause adverse side effects. 

2. Store the Doxylamine, Pyridoxine, and Folic Acid Tablets in a cool and dry environment away from direct sunlight. 

3. Avoid taking greasy or oily foods as this food triggers nausea and vomiting.

4. Keep the Doxylamine, Pyridoxine, and Folic Acid Tablets out of reach of children and pets. Do not indulge in the overdosage of the medicines.