Doxylamine Information

Doxylamine is a prescription medicine. Allergy, Morning Sickness during Pregnancy are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Doxylamine have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Doxylamine. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Doxylamine can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Doxylamine are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Doxylamine is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Doxylamine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Doxylamine related warnings section.

Doxylamine can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Doxylamine in conditions like Peptic Ulcer, Depression. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Doxylamine contraindications section.

Besides this, Doxylamine may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Doxylamine is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Doxylamine Benefits & Uses
Doxylamine Dosage & How to Take
Doxylamine Side Effects
Doxylamine Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Doxylamine with Other Drugs
Doxylamine Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Doxylamine
Doxylamine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Doxylamine Benefits & Uses

Doxylamine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Allergy
Morning Sickness during Pregnancy

Other Benefits

Insomnia
Nausea and Vomiting (Read More - Home remedies for nausea and vomiting)

Doxylamine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: for course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: for course duration follow doctor's advice

Doxylamine Related Warnings

Is the use of Doxylamine safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Doxylamine without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Doxylamine safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Doxylamine. If you see any side effects, stop taking Doxylamine immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Doxylamine again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Doxylamine on the Kidneys?

Doxylamine has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Doxylamine on the Liver?

Doxylamine is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Doxylamine on the Heart?

Using Doxylamine does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Doxylamine with Other Drugs

Doxylamine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cetirizine

Fentanyl

Levocetirizine

Meclizine

Moderate

Pentazocine

Amantadine

Amoxapine

Doxylamine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Doxylamine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Asthma
Peptic Ulcer
Bladder Infection
Liver Disease
Depression
Glaucoma

Frequently asked Questions about Doxylamine

Is this Doxylamine habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Doxylamine.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Doxylamine can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Doxylamine only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Doxylamine in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Doxylamine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Doxylamine

Taking Doxylamine with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxylamine

Taking alcohol with Doxylamine can be dangerous.

Severe