Docopa 400 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 12.00 (6 x 10: ৳ 720.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 120.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Doxophylline |
| Company | Aristopharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Bronchial asthma
- Bronchospasm
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Pulmonary disease with spastic bronchial component
Pharmacology
- Novel bronchodilator
- Selective inhibition of phosphodiesterase 4
- Relaxes bronchial smooth muscle
- Inhibits platelet activating factor (PAF)
- Decreased affinities towards adenosine A1 and A2 receptors
Dosage & Administration
- Recommended dosage for elderly
- Recommended dosage for adults
- Recommended dosage for children
- Special release tablet for daily dose of 400mg
Interaction
- Avoid concurrent administration with other xanthine preparations
- Limit consumption of caffeine-containing beverages and food
- Exercise caution with sympathomimetic drugs
- Possible drug interactions affecting hepatic clearance
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to the drug or xanthine derivatives
- Acute myocardial infarction
- Hypotension
- Lactation
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Insomnia
- Tachycardia
- Hyperglycemia
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Need for careful evaluation during pregnancy
- Contraindicated during lactation
- Effects on ability to drive and use machines
Precautions & Warnings
- Factors affecting hepatic clearance
- Various conditions requiring caution during administration
Overdose Effects
- Severe cardiac arrhythmias
- Tonic-clonic seizure
- Continuation at lower doses if necessary
- Symptomatic treatment for cardiovascular collapse
Therapeutic Class
- Bronchodilator
- Methyl xanthine derivatives
Storage Conditions
- Keep in dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of reach of children
- Use only on prescription of specialist physician