Fordoxy Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Doxylamine (10mg) + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) (mg) + Folic Acid (2.5mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Fortune Labs |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Fordoxy Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of nausea or vomiting during pregnancy. Fordoxy Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect or be affected by this medicine. The most common side effects are dryness in the mouth, constipation, and lightheadedness. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause dizziness and sleepiness so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.
Fordoxy Tablet is a combination of three medicines: doxylamine, vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) and folic acid which treats nausea and vomiting associated with pregnancy.
What are the storage instructions for Fordoxy Tablet?
Keep this medicine in its original container, tightly closed. Store at a temperature as specified on the label or pack. Do not dispose of it down the drain. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children, and other people.
Can I take more than the recommended dosage of Fordoxy Tablet?
Taking a higher dose than prescribed may lead to increased side effects. If you are experiencing more severe nausea or vomiting that is not relieved by the standard dosage, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
Can Fordoxy Tablet cause drowsiness or sleepiness?
Yes, some individuals experience drowsiness as a side effect of using Fordoxy Tablet. Before driving or operating heavy machinery, always avoid engaging in any activity that requires your full attention while taking this medication. Do not consume alcohol or take any other medications known to depress the central nervous system (CNS), such as cough and cold medicines, certain pain relievers, or sleep aids, during treatment with Fordoxy Tablet. Severe drowsiness can occur or worsen, potentially leading to falls and accidents.
Can Fordoxy Tablet cause dry mouth?
Yes, using Fordoxy Tablet can cause dry mouth. To alleviate this side effect, drink plenty of fluids throughout the day. Sip frequently and keep a glass of water by your bed at night. Avoid acidic foods (like lemons), spicy, and salty foods.
Can pregnant women take Fordoxy Tablet?
Fordoxy Tablet is safe for use during pregnancy. It's often prescribed to treat nausea and vomiting experienced by pregnant women whose symptoms haven't improved after altering their diet or trying other non-medication treatments.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Fordoxy Tablet is to be taken with food.
- Take it on an empty stomach with a glass of water.
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Do not take it with other sedating medications such as cough and cold medications as the combination could worsen dizziness leading to falls or other accidents
- Do not chew, crush or break it.
- Take it with food.
- No common side effects listed.
Alcohol
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Fordoxy Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Fordoxy Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. Larger doses or prolonged use of Fordoxy Tablet may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby
Pregnancy
Fordoxy Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
