Doxolin Syrup 100mg / 5ml

About Doxolin Syrup 100mg / 5ml

Doxolin Syrup Uses

• Bronchial asthma
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Chronic bronchitis with airway narrowing
• Wheezing and breathing difficulty linked to reversible airway obstruction

Doxolin Syrup Benefits

• Widens the airways to make breathing easier during flare ups
• Liquid form suits children and patients who cannot swallow tablets
• Generally causes less jitteriness and fewer heart related effects than older xanthine drugs
• Can be combined with inhaled bronchodilators for added relief

What Experts Say

Doxofylline belongs to the xanthine family of bronchodilators, working like theophylline but with a different chemical structure. It relaxes the smooth muscle lining the airways, which widens the bronchial tubes and eases breathing during asthma or chronic obstructive lung disease flare ups.

Respiratory disease is a common reason for clinic visits in Pakistan, worsened by air pollution, indoor smoke and seasonal allergens. Physicians in Pakistan often prefer doxofylline over older xanthine drugs because it has a lower tendency to affect heart rhythm and cause the jitteriness associated with theophylline.

Doctors generally start with a lower dose in children and elderly patients, since drug clearance can vary widely with age and liver function. Monitoring is advised in patients with existing heart conditions or peptic ulcer disease, since xanthine derivatives can increase stomach acid and heart rate at higher doses.

Drug Class

• Bronchodilator
• Xanthine derivative
• Respiratory drug

Doxolin Syrup 100mg / 5ml formula

• Doxofylline

Available forms

• Syrup

How to use Doxolin Syrup 100mg / 5ml?

• Shake the bottle well before each use.
• Use the measuring cup provided to measure the exact dose.
• Take after meals to reduce stomach upset.
• Follow the doctor's advised dose and frequency, especially in children.

Drug Interactions

• Ciprofloxacin And Erythromycin: Can increase doxofylline levels and raise the risk of side effects.
• Other Xanthine Drugs: Combining with theophylline type drugs increases the risk of toxicity.
• Beta Blockers: May reduce the bronchodilator effect of doxofylline.
• Cimetidine: Can raise blood levels of doxofylline when taken together.

Risks and warnings

• Heart Conditions: Use with caution in patients with arrhythmia or existing heart disease.
• Peptic Ulcer: Use cautiously in patients with active stomach ulcers since xanthine drugs can worsen acid symptoms.
• Seizure Disorder: Use with caution in patients with a history of seizures.
• Pregnancy And Breastfeeding: Use only if the benefit outweighs the risk, consult a doctor first.
• Liver Or Kidney Disease: Dose adjustment may be required in patients with significant organ impairment.

Doxolin Syrup Side Effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach upset
• Headache
• Insomnia
• Restlessness
• Increased heart rate
• Heartburn
• Dizziness

Storage Conditions

• Store at room temperature, below 25 degrees Celsius.
• Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.
• Avoid freezing the syrup.
• Discard any unused syrup after the expiry date on the label.