Doxapram



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Doxapram Information



Doxapram Benefits & Uses

Doxapram is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Doxapram 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

Doxapram Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Doxapram safe for pregnant women?


    Doxapram is safe for pregnant women.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Doxapram safe during breastfeeding?


    Taking Doxapram may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Doxapram should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Doxapram on the Kidneys?


    Doxapram rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Doxapram on the Liver?


    Very few cases of side effects of Doxapram on the liver have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Doxapram on the Heart?


    Doxapram is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Doxapram with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Doxapram Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Doxapram

  • Is this Doxapram habit forming or addictive?


    Yes, Doxapram can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.

    Yes
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Doxapram does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Doxapram is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    No, Doxapram cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Doxapram Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Doxapram


    Taking Doxapram with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Doxapram


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Doxapram.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 486

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Dopram (doxapram hydrochloride)



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