DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET
Brand Name | DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET |
Salt Composition |
Doxofylline (400mg) + Montelukast (10mg) |
Strength | 400mg + 10mg |
Product Form | Tablet |
Pack | 10 Tablet(s) in Strip |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Category |
Bronchodilator and Antileukotriene |
SubCategory |
Bronchodilator and Antileukotriene |
Country of Origin | India |
Manufacturer |
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
Manufacturer/Marketer Address | Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited, B/2, Mahalaxmi Chambers, 22, Bhulabhai Desai Road, Mumbai – 400 026. |
- Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to Doxofylline and Montelukast
- It is contraindicated to use this medicine in patients with a history of acute myocardial infarction and hypotension
- Headache
- Insomnia
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty in urinating
- Urinary retention
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Is the DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET effective?
- Can I stop taking the DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET if I start feeling better?
- Can DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET cause weird dreams?
- The use of this medicine may cause neuropsychiatric events including agitation, aggressive, depression, disturbance in attention, insomnia, irritability, memory impairment, suicidal thinking, and behavior
- Therapy should be administered with caution in patients with phenylketonuria
- Inhaled corticosteroids may be reduced gradually
- Doxofylline clearance may decrease in patients who are with congestive heart failure, acute pulmonary edema, hepatic disease, hypothyroidism, cirrhosis, and fever.
- Therapy should be administered with caution in patients with hyperthyroidism, cardiac arrhythmia, seizure clearance, and cystic fibrosis
- You have a history of liver disease
- You are not responding to the treatment
- You have experienced any allergic reactions like rashes and itching
- You have a history of heart attack
- Stored at 10-30°C room temperature.
- Protect from light and heat.
- Keep away from children and pets. Otherwise, it becomes toxic to them.
- Disposed of properly in a suitable bag.
- DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET contains Doxofylline 400mg and Montelukast 10mg is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) and allergic symptoms.
- The combination of this medicine produces its action by relaxing the muscles of your air passages, thus it widening them and makes you breathe easier.
- Do not drink alcohol while you are receiving this medicine
- Take this medicine 2 hours before exercising if you have exercise-induced asthma
- Kindly discontinue the medicine without consulting with your doctor
- Kindly inform your doctor if you have a history of liver, kidney, or heart disease.
Medical Description of DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET
DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET contains Doxofylline 400mg and Montelukast 10mg is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) and allergic symptoms such as sneezing and runny nose. The combination of this medicine produces its action by relaxing the muscles of your air passages, thus it widening them and makes you breathe easier.
DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET Uses
It used in the treatment of asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) and allergic symptoms.
DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET Benefits
Asthma
It is also called asthma. It is a condition in which your airway becomes narrow and inflamed and may produce extra mucus. Symptoms include shortness of breath, wheezing, chest tightness, chronic cough
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
It is a chronic inflammatory lung disease that blocks the airflow from the lungs. The main cause of this is tobacco smoking and exposure to fumes from burning fuel for cooking. Symptoms include shortness of breath, wheezing, chest tightness, chronic cough, frequent respiratory infection, weight loss, and swelling in ankles, feet, or legs.
Allergic conditions
It is usually caused by hypersensitivity of the immune system that occurs due to the harmless substances in the environment. Symptoms include runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, and hives
DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET Indication
The DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET is prescribed for the following indications as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and allergic conditions.
Mechanism of action of DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET
DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET contains Doxofylline 400mg and Montelukast 10mg is a combination of two medicines. Doxofylline is a bronchodilator that produces its action by relaxing the muscles of your air passages, thus it widening them and makes you breathe easier.
Montelukast is a Leukotriene Receptor antagonist that produces its action by inhibiting the effect of a certain chemical messenger, leukotriene which helps to reduce the inflammation in your airways.
How DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET works
DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET contains Doxofylline 400mg and Montelukast 10mg is a combination of two medicines. Doxofylline is a bronchodilator that produces its action by relaxing the muscles of your air passages, thus it widening them and makes you breathe easier.
Montelukast is a Leukotriene Receptor antagonist that produces its action by inhibiting the effect of a certain chemical messenger, leukotriene which helps to reduce the inflammation in your airways.
DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET Contraindication
DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET Side Effects
FAQs for DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET
Yes, the use of this medicine is considered as effective if you have taken the medicine as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor
No, you should not stop taking this medicine even if you feel better without consulting with your doctor because you may experience withdrawal symptoms like irritability, sweating, and diarrhea
Yes, the use of this medicine may cause nightmares, sleeplessness, and sleepwalking. So, kindly consult with your doctor if these symptoms prolong for long period.
Precautions and general warning of DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET
Alcohol
It is considered unsafe to consume alcohol while taking this medication. Kindly consult with your doctor
Driving or operating machinery
It is considered unsafe to drive while you are receiving this medicine because the use of this medicine may affect your ability to drive. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Pregnancy
Limited information is available regarding the use of this medicine in patients during pregnancy. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Breast Feeding
It is considered safe to use this medicine during breastfeeding because it does not excrete via breast milk. Kindly consult with your doctor
Kidney Problem
Limited information is available regarding the use of this medicine in patients with a history of kidney problems. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Liver Disease
The therapy should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment. The use of this medicine required dose modification. Kindly consult with your doctor.
How to Take DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET
The tablet is taken orally with or without food. You should not chew, cut or crush the tablet. Take this medicine as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Follow the direction mentioned within the label if you probably did not understand the appliance kindly ask your doctor or pharmacist to elucidate in detail. Do not withdraw the medicine when you feel better kindly complete the course of treatment to avoid reoccurrence.
Use of DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET in Adult
It is considered to be safe to use this medicine in an adult patient if the medicine is prescribed by a doctor. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Use of DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET in children
Safety and efficacy were not established in children who are below 18 years old. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Use of DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET in Elderly Patients
DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients in an elderly age group, which leads to developing further medical problems, leads to worsening the patient's health conditions. Kindly consult with your doctor. Dose modification or replacement is required based on the medical conditions of the patient.
Other general warnings
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General instructions
Doxofylline 400mg and Montelukast 10mg are a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) and allergic symptoms such as sneezing, and runny nose. The combination of this medicine produces its action by relaxing the muscles of your air passages, thus it widening them and makes you breathe easier.
Drug Interaction of DOXOVENT M 400MG/10MG TABLET
Drug-Drug Interaction
Apalutamide + Montelukast
Use alternative drugs because the use of apalutamide will decrease the effect of montelukast by affecting the hepatic or intestinal enzyme metabolism.
Cannabidiol + Montelukast
Therapy should be administered with caution because the use of cannabidiol will increase the effect of montelukast by decreasing its metabolism
Dronedarone + Montelukast
The use of dronedarone will increase the effect of montelukast by affecting its hepatic and intestinal enzyme
Alpelisib + Montelukast
Therapy should be administered with caution because the use of alpelisib will decrease the effect of montelukast by pharmacodynamic synergism
Dipyridamole + Doxofylline
It is contraindicated to use this medicine because the use of Doxofylline decreases the effect of dipyridamole by pharmacodynamic antagonism
abametapir + Doxofylline
Use alternative drugs because the use of abametpir will increase the effect of Doxofylline by affecting its hepatic and intestinal enzymes
allopurinol + Doxofylline
Use alternative drugs because the use of allopurinol increases the effect of Doxofylline by decreasing its metabolism
Carbamazepine + Doxofylline
Use alternative drugs because the use of Doxofylline decreases the effect of carbamazepine by increasing its metabolism
Dichlorphenamide + Doxofylline
Therapy should be administered with caution because the combination of this medicine decreases the serum potassium
Methimazole + Doxofylline
Therapy should be administered with caution because the use of methimazole increases the effect of Doxofylline by decreasing its metabolism
Drug-Food Interaction
Caffeine
The use of this medicine along with caffeine may alter the blood level of this medicine and increase the side effects of Doxofylline which cause nausea, vomiting, insomnia, tremors, restlessness, uneven heartbeats, and seizure.
Drug-Disease Interaction
Neuropsychiatric disorders + Montelukast
Therapy should be administered with caution because the use of this medicine is associated with neuropsychiatric events
Liver disorder + Montelukast
Therapy should be administered with caution because the use of this medicine may cause cholestatic hepatitis, hepatocellular liver-injury
Pulmonary disorders + Montelukast
Therapy should be administered with caution in patients with a history of pulmonary disorders because the patients with asthma are on therapy with this medicine with eosinophilia.
Peptic ulcer diseases + Doxofylline
Therapy should be administered with caution in patients with active ulcer disease because the use of this medicine stimulates peptic acid secretion
Renal dysfunction + Doxofylline
Therapy should be administered with caution in patients with impaired kidney function because the use of this medicine increases the risk of renal toxicity
Gastroesophageal reflux disease + Doxofylline
Therapy should be administered with caution in patients with gastroesophageal reflux because the use of this medicine may increase gastric acidity and relax the lower esophageal sphincter
Over Dose
Take the medicine as directed by the doctor don’t overdose on the medicine. If you have taken an overdose on this medicine immediately meet the doctor and rush to the nearby hospital.
Missed Dose
Take the medicine as directed by the doctor. Do not skip the medicine, if you forgot to take the medicine or missed the dose. It is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Don’t take the extra dose take the regular dose immediately. Don’t use the two-dose at one time (Double Dose).
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