EMMYDOX-OD Tablets
EMMYDOX-OD is used for Treatment of anemias of nutritional origin, Pregnancy, Infancy, Or childhood, High cholesterol, Heart disease, Increased requirement of folate in the body during pregnancy, Clogged arteries, Anemia due to folic acid deficiency, Poor diet, Occasional sleeplessness, Treatment of megaloblastic anemias due to a deficiency of folic acid and other conditions.
Another great product from house of MediZeal Pharma's PCD pharma franchise business
COMPOSITION
Doxylamine Succinate 20 mg + Pyridoxine 20 mg + Folic Acid 5 mg
DESCRIPTION
Doxylamine Succinate+Pyridoxine+Folic Acid Tablet works by acting on megaloblastic bone marrow to produce a normoblastic marrow; modifying the electrical activity thus relaxing and slowing overactive heart muscles; blocking the effects of the chemical histamine and few others in the body
HOW TO USE:
Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens.
INDICATION
- Treatment of anemias of nutritional origin, pregnancy, infancy, or childhood
- High cholesterol
- Heart disease
- Increased requirement of folate in the body during pregnancy
- Clogged arteries
- Anemia due to folic acid deficiency
- Poor diet
- Occasional sleeplessness
- Treatment of megaloblastic anemias due to a deficiency of folic acid
Side Effects
- Drowsiness
- Allergic reactions
- Anorexia
- Nausea
- Abdominal distention
- Flatulence
- Bitter or bad taste
- Altered sleep patterns
- Difficulty in concentrating
- Irritability
PRECAUTIONS:
Before using Doxylamine Succinate+Pyridoxine+Folic Acid Tablet, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below.
Administration of folic acid alone is improper therapy for pernicious anemia and other megaloblastic anemias in which vitamin B12 is deficient
Asthma
Avoid alcohol consumption, especially if having alcoholic cirrhosis
Blocking of airflow to the lungs
Breastfeeding
Bronchitis
Difficulty in breathing
Folic acid in doses above 0.1 mg daily may obscure the diagnosis of pernicious anemia
Glaucoma
Hives
DRUG INTERACTIONS:
When two or more medicines are taken together, it can change how the medicines work and increase the risk of side-effects. In medical terms, this is called as a Drug Interaction.
If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Doxylamine Succinate+Pyridoxine+Folic Acid Tablet may change. This may increase your risk for side-effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Tell your doctor about all the drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are using, so that you doctor can help you prevent or manage drug interactions. Doxylamine Succinate+Pyridoxine+Folic Acid Tablet may interact with the following drugs and products:
Adderall
Alcohol
Aspirin
Barbiturates
Cyclobenzaprine
Dextromethorphan
Diphenhydramine
Diphenylhydantoin
Duloxetine
Isoniazid
OVERDOSE:
Do not use more than prescribed dose. Taking more medication will not improve your symptoms; rather they may cause poisoning or serious side-effects. If you suspect that you or anyone else who may have overdosed of EMMYDOX-OD Tablet, please go to the emergency department of the closest hospital or nursing home. Bring a medicine box, container, or label with you to help doctors with necessary information.
STORAGE:
Store medicines at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Do not freeze medicines unless required by package insert. Keep medicines away from children and pets.
MISSED DOSE:
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
NOTES:
Do not share this medication with others.This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only. Do not use it later for another infection. A different medication may be necessary in those cases.With prolonged treatment, laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., kidney and liver function, complete blood counts) should be performed periodically to monitor your progress or check for side effects. Consult your doctor for more details.
Report Problems to the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the CDSCO. Visit the CDSCO website.
