Doxofylline and Montelukast Sodium Tablets

Doxofylline (SR) & Montelukast Sodium Tablets is the composition of the medication belonging to the brand KIVODOXO-M which is used for treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), bronchitis, asthma, emphysema, and the allergic rhinitis. With the help of this medication, the muscles are relaxed and the airways of the lungs are widened. It provides relief to the person who has breathing problems. The person is able to breathe properly with the help of this medication.

The composition of Doxofylline (SR) & Montelukast Sodium Tablets provides relief to the person suffering from chronic diseases, asthma, breathing problems, etc. When the airways of the lungs are widened then the person is able to breathe properly. The chest tightness, wheezing and cough are relieved with the help of this medication. The risk of asthma attacks is reduced with the intake of this medication. Thus with the intake of the medication, the person is able to breathe without any difficulty and the risk of asthma is also reduced.

Uses Of Doxofylline (SR) & Montelukast Sodium Tablets

The composition of the medication helps to treat respiratory disorders including asthma attacks, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Both the supplements of the medication help in treating the breathing problems and make the person comfortable. The obstruction in the lungs is treated with the help of this medication. When the obstruction in the lungs is treated then the person is able to breathe without any difficulty. The medication helps in reducing the inflammation as well as the swelling of the nose.

Side Effects Of Doxofylline (SR) & Montelukast Sodium Tablets

The side effects do not occur for all people but there are some people who may experience the following side effects :

• Fever
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Headache
• Irritation

Precautions To Be Taken

Based on the severity of the disease the medication is prescribed by the doctor. The person is advised neither to take the medication on his own nor to stop the use of the medication. The dose of the medication changes according to the response to the treatment. The following precautions are to be taken seriously to prevent the adverse effects :

• Before the intake of the medication, the person is advised to inform the doctor if he is suffering from depression.
• There is the possibility of the interaction if taken along with the antacid, antibiotics, etc
• It is advised to limit the intake of alcohol as there are possibilities for the side effects to be severe.
• Before the use of the medication, the person is advised to inform the doctor if he is suffering from stomach infections including stomach ulcers.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. Can the pregnant woman take Doxofylline (SR) & Montelukast Sodium Tablets?

A. There is less information available so the pregnant woman or the woman who is planning to get pregnant is advised to consult the doctor.

Q. What should the person do if he misses the dose of the medication?

A. The person is advised not to create panic. If he remembers to take the missed dose then he should take it immediately. If the person thinks that it is time for the next dose then he should follow the schedule and take the dose accordingly by skipping the missed dose.