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Doxylamine, an antihistamine, causes drowsiness as a side effect and is used in the short-term treatment of insomnia. It is also used, in combination with decongestants, to relieve cough and cold symptoms. Doxylamine is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Doxylamine comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It usually is taken 30 minutes before bedtime for sleep. For cold symptoms, Doxylamine usually is taken every 4-6 hours. Follow the directions on the package label or on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take Doxylamine exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Do not give Doxylamine to a child younger than 12 years of age unless directed to do so by a doctor. |