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Introduction To Fedox Tablet
Fedox Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of nausea or vomiting during pregnancy. It blocks signals to reach the brain that trigger the feeling of nausea and vomiting.
Fedox Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are dryness in the mouth, constipation, and lightheadedness. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.
Uses of Fedox Tablet
- Treatment of Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy
Benefits of Fedox Tablet
Treatment of Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy
Fedox Tablet blocks the action of chemicals in the body that can make you feel
or be sick during pregnancy. This medicine helps you cope up with nausea or
vomiting that occurs due to hormonal changes during pregnancy and helps you
complete the term without much discomfort. It also contains nutritional
supplements that improve your baby’s immune system, enhance the baby’s brain
development and also help reduce nausea and vomiting during pregnancy.
Side effects of Fedox Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Oxidox
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Dryness in mouth
- Constipation
How to use Fedox Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Fedox Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Fedox Tablet works
Fedox Tablet is a combination of three medicines: doxylamine, vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) and folic acid, which treats nausea and vomiting associated with pregnancy. Doxylamine is an antihistamine which works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (histamine), thereby controlling nausea, vomiting, and dizziness. Pyridoxine (vitamin B6) is a form of vitamin B which possesses anti-nausea properties. Folic is also a form of vitamin B which provides essential nutrients.
Quick tips
- Fedox Tablet helps treat nausea and vomiting in pregnant women whose symptoms did not improved using diet and lifestyle changes.
- Take it on an empty stomach with a glass of water.
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Do not take it with other sedating medications such as cough and cold medications as the combination could worsen dizziness leading to falls or other accidents
Safety Advice
PregnancySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Can I take Fedox Tablet if I’m pregnant?
Fedox Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
BreastfeedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Can I take Fedox Tablet if I’m breastfeeding?
Fedox Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. Larger doses or prolonged use of Fedox Tablet may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby
AlcoholCAUTION
Is drinking alcohol while taking Fedox Tablet safe?
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Fedox Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
DrivingUNSAFE
Can I drive after taking Fedox Tablet?
Fedox Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
KidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Can I take Fedox Tablet if I have/had kidney diseases?
Fedox Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Fedox Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
LiverSAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Can I take Fedox Tablet if I have/had liver diseases?
Fedox Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Fedox Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Fedox Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it at as mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Q. Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Fedox Tablet can cause increased side effects. If you are experiencing increased severity of nausea or vomiting, which is not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
Q. Can the use of Fedox Tablet cause drowsiness or sleepiness?
Yes, one of the common side effects of Fedox Tablet is drowsiness. Do not drive, operate heavy machinery or engage in other activities that need your full attention. Do not drink alcohol or take any medicines that may depress the central nervous system like cough and cold medicines, certain pain medicines, and medicines that help you sleep, while you are taking Fedox Tablet. Severe drowsiness can happen or it can become worse and cause falls or accidents.
Q. Can the use of Fedox Tablet cause dry mouth?
Yes, the use of Fedox Tablet can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night. Try to avoid foods that are acidic (like lemons), spicy and salty.
Q. Can a pregnant woman take Fedox Tablet?
Yes, it is safe to take Fedox Tablet in pregnant women. In fact, this medicine is used to treat nausea and vomiting in pregnant women. It is mainly recommended to those women whose symptoms have not improved after changing their diet or using other non-medicine treatments.
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Written By:
Dr Advikka Ridhy
MBBS
RMO, Aster MIMS
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