DOXYLAMINE SUCCINATE
Doxylamine Succinate is an antihistamine used to treat symptoms of allergy, hay fever, and the common cold, including rash, itching, watery eyes, cough, runny nose, and sneezing. It is also commonly used as a short-term treatment for insomnia due to its sedative effects.-Allergic conditions (e.g., allergic rhinitis, urticaria) -Common cold symptoms -Insomnia (short-term treatment)
-Adults: 25 mg taken 30 minutes before bedtime for insomnia; 12.5 mg to 25 mg every 4-6 hours as needed for allergic symptoms. -Children: Dosage varies; typically 6.25 mg to 12.5 mg every 4-6 hours as needed. Consult a pediatrician for exact dosing.
-Hypersensitivity to doxylamine or any of its components -Use in neonates and premature infants -Severe liver disease -Concurrent use with monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)
-Use with caution in patients with liver or kidney impairment. -Avoid alcohol and other central nervous system depressants. -Not recommended during pregnancy (especially in the first trimester) or breastfeeding without medical advice.
-Drowsiness -Dizziness -Dry mouth -Constipation -Blurred vision -Urinary retention
-May enhance the sedative effects of alcohol and other CNS depressants. -May interact with MAO inhibitors, increasing the risk of side effects. -Caution when used with other anticholinergic drugs.
| Brand Name | Manufactured by |
|---|---|
| DEVOM | NEXOCARE BIOTECH |
