Pregdost Tablets

Pregdost Tablets is used to prevent nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. It is a combination medicine containing doxylamine and pyridoxine as active ingredient. Doxylamine is an antihistaminic and it blocks the natural substances in the body responsible for nausea and vomiting.

Pyridoxine is a vitamin that also contributes to control nausea and vomiting and are needed during pregnancy. Pregdost Tablets should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed.

Dosage

Overdose

In case of an overdose or you experience symptoms such as restlessness, dryness of the mouth, confusion or fast heartbeats, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

• If you have missed any dose of Pregdost Tablets , take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule.
• Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one. Do not stop taking Pregdost Tablets without consulting your doctor.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Doxylamine is an antihistaminic. It blocks the natural substances in the body and responsible for nausea and vomiting.
• Pyridoxine, also is known as vitamin B6, is a crucial component for various reactions and acts as a coenzyme in the body. Sometimes deficiency of pyridoxine may cause nausea and vomiting during pregnancy.

Directions for Use

• Take Pregdost Tablets as a whole with a sufficient amount of water, without eating a meal, preferably on an empty stomach.
• You should take this medicine regularly without fail as directed by your doctor.
• You should not consume it more than the prescribed dose.
• Do not discontinue this without consulting your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Pregdost Tablets during pregnancy?

You can take Pregdost Tablets during pregnancy when it is prescribed by your doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Pregdost Tablets while breastfeeding?

Use of Pregdost Tablets is not recommended while breastfeeding as doxylamine can pass into the breastmilk and can cause sedation and irritability in breastfeeding infants.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Pregdost Tablets ?

Pregdost Tablets may cause sedation and dizziness. Hence, driving should be avoided after taking this medicine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Pregdost Tablets ?

No, you should not consume alcohol along with Pregdost Tablets as may cause severe drowsiness. This may lead to an accident.Talk to your doctor if you consume it often.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have asthma or glaucoma, this should be avoided.
• You have a peptic ulcer or any obstruction in the intestine or urinary bladder.
• Avoid driving and handling any machinery as after taking this medicine you may feel excessively sleepy or drowsy.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to pyridoxine, doxylamine or any other ingredients of Pregdost Tablets .
• If you are consuming medicines such as monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) to treat depression.
• If you have any liver diseases.
• If you are an alcoholic.
• If you are under 18 years of age.

Side effects

• Sleepiness
• Drowsiness
• Vertigo
• Blurred vision
• Constipation
• Diarrhoea
• Abdominal pain
• Rash
• Urinary retention

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Pregdost Tablets may interact with other medicines and create an altered response. Please tell your doctor if you are using any other medicines, over-the-counter medicines (that you buy without a prescription) and herbal preparations.
• Medicines used to treat depression such as monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), central nervous system depressants such as barbiturates and opioid pain killers can worsen the side effects of Pregdost Tablets .
• Avoid taking Pregdost Tablets if you are taking sleeping pills.
• Pyridoxine present in Pregdost Tablets can reduce the effects of Levodopa, Phenobarb and Phenytoin.

Interactions with food items

Avoid taking it with food for optimum results.

Storage and disposal

• Store it below 25°C in a clean and dry place, protected from moisture, sunlight and heat.
• Keep Pregdost Tablets away from children and pets.
• You should not flush this medicine in the toilet or pour it into the drain. You need to properly discard this medicine when it is expired or no longer needed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I take 2 Pregdost Tablets s in one day?

You should always follow your doctor's instructions and take this medicine as advised by your doctor. Do not self-medicate with any medicine without consulting your doctor as this may be harmful to you.

Does Pregdost Tablets relieve in vomiting?

Yes, Pregdost Tablets is meant to prevent nausea and vomiting during pregnancy.