Doxofylline
Information about Doxofylline
Doxofylline Uses
Doxofylline is used in the treatment and prevention of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
How Doxofylline works
Doxofylline is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles of the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.
Common side effects of Doxofylline
Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Epigastric pain, Irritability, Tachycardia, Extrasystoles, Increased respiratory rate
Available Medicine for Doxofylline
DoxolinZydus Cadila
₹71 to ₹1393 variant(s)
DoxoventGlenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹13 to ₹954 variant(s)
DoxifloLupin Ltd
₹45 to ₹2144 variant(s)
SpirodinKoye Pharmaceuticals Pvt ltd
₹99 to ₹1673 variant(s)
DoxorilMacleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
₹11 to ₹1406 variant(s)
NexophylinDr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
₹1261 variant(s)
DuphillLeeford Healthcare Ltd
₹75 to ₹1002 variant(s)
DoxomaxAristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
₹38 to ₹984 variant(s)
FreefilFourrts India Laboratories Pvt Ltd
₹61 to ₹1184 variant(s)
MicrophyllineMicro Labs Ltd
₹171 variant(s)
Expert advice for Doxofylline
- You have been prescribed Doxofylline for prevention and treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
- It should be taken at the same time each day, preferably in the evening after food.
- It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Always keep a fast-acting (rescue) inhaler with you.
- Your doctor may take regular blood test to monitor potassium level and the level of this medicine in your body.
- Notify your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney, liver or heart disease, or if you have a smoking history. Your dose may need to be adjusted.
- Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.