Doxylamine
डॉक्सिलेमीन
What it is
Doxylamine is a medicine used to help people who have trouble sleeping. It is available over-the-counter in India.
What it is used for
Doxylamine is used to treat insomnia, which is difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.
- Insomnia
How it works
Doxylamine works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms. This action helps to calm the brain and induce sleep.
How it is sold in India
In India Doxylamine comes as tablets and capsules.
Common side effects
Most people have no side effects when taking doxylamine. However, some people may experience dry mouth, nose, and throat, drowsiness, nausea, increased chest congestion, headache, or excitement and nervousness.
See a doctor straight away if
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Who should not take it
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Brand names
561 medicines sold in India contain Doxylamine.
Brands sold in India include Anxol, Doxylmed, Elsie, Dopy, Freshe, Novomit, Sifdox. Whichever name is on the strip, the medicine inside is the one described on this page.
Where this comes from
We do not publish doses. How much to take depends on your age, weight and other conditions — ask your doctor or pharmacist.
This page is general information, not medical advice, and it is not a substitute for seeing a doctor. It carries no dosage and no prices.