In Treatment of Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy Afidox 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.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Afidox Tablet is to be taken on an empty stomach.
- Alcohol : UNSAFE
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Afidox Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol. | - Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Afidox Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Afidox Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor. | - Driving : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Afidox Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor. | - Kidney : CAUTION
Afidox Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. | - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Afidox Tablet in patients with liver disease.
If you miss a dose of Afidox Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Afidox 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.| Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?::: No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Afidox 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.| Can the use of Afidox Tablet cause drowsiness or sleepiness?::: Yes, one of the common side effects of Afidox 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 Afidox Tablet. Severe drowsiness can happen or it can become worse and cause falls or accidents.| Can the use of Afidox Tablet cause dry mouth?::: Yes, the use of Afidox 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.| Can a pregnant woman take Afidox Tablet?::: Yes, it is safe to take Afidox 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.
Afidox Tablet is a combination of three medicines: doxylamine, vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) and folic acid, which treats nausea and vomiting associated with pregnancy.