Doxylamine

What Are The Uses Of Doxylamine?

Doxylamine, an anti histamine, is administered when symptoms of hay fever, common cold, allergy are observed. It is also prescribed for watery eyes, sneezing and running nose etc.

It is also used for the short term of insomnia.

What Are The Side Effects Of Doxylamine?

The most often side effects observed in the administration of Doxylamine are:

• Sleepiness, drowsiness, dizziness, constipation, blurred vision, headache, decreased coordination, stomach upset or dry mouth.

Sometimes severe side effects such as mood changes like hallucinations, urination troubles, irregular heart beat etc. are observed.

Consult physician if the symptoms are persistent.

What Are The Contraindications Of Doxylamine?

Please inform your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:

• Allergy towards drug Doxylamine
• Breathing problem
• Glaucoma
• High blood pressure
• Hepatic diseases
• Stomach problems, hypothyroidism.