Doxylamine + Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine

Dosage Forms Available

• Doxylamine + Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine is available as a tablet that is taken orally.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• Doxylamine + Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine is intended for use in adults, specifically pregnant women experiencing nausea and vomiting who do not respond well to conservative management measures.

Contraindications

• Doxylamine + Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine is contraindicated in individuals who have a known hypersensitivity to either doxylamine or pyridoxine.

Other Medications to Avoid

• Doxylamine + Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine may interact with sedating antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine, cetirizine), bladder medicines (e.g., oxybutynin, tolterodine), stomach medicines (e.g., dicyclomine, hyoscyamine), and anti-anxiety medications (e.g., alprazolam, diazepam), monoamine oxidase inhibitors (like selegiline and isocarboxazid).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of Doxylamine + Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine can lead to symptoms such as extreme drowsiness, confusion, seizures, muscle twitching, and respiratory depression. Any suspected overdose should be promptly treated in a hospital setting.

• If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it's nearing the time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue on your regular schedule.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects of this medicine are temporary and generally harmless, resolving once the medication is discontinued. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• Drinking plenty of water can help manage dry mouth.

• Taking the medicine at bedtime can help mitigate potential drowsiness or dizziness side effects.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Doxylamine + Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine may cause drowsiness and impair mental alertness. Hence, it is advised to avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you know how the medication affects you.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Doxylamine + Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine is a Category A medicine, safe for use during pregnancy. However, breastfeeding should be avoided while taking this medication as it may cause sedation and excitement in nursing infants. Always consult your doctor before using this medicine during lactation.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Caution is advised when using Doxylamine + Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine in patients with asthma, narrow-angle glaucoma, stenosing peptic ulcer, bladder obstruction, and other conditions where anticholinergic effects may be problematic.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• High-protein snacks before bed can help keep nausea at bay in the morning.

• Avoiding spicy or fatty foods that may exacerbate nausea can be beneficial.