Ingredient

Doxylamine Succinate

Doxylamine succinate is a sedative-hypnotic ingredient that helps induce sleep and sedation.

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MFDS ingredient code M226319

What does it do?

Doxylamine succinate belongs to the antihistamine class and is primarily used for alleviating insomnia and inducing sleep. This ingredient acts on the central nervous system to produce a sedative effect.

Doxylamine succinate reduces neural activity and induces drowsiness by blocking the histamine receptors that maintain wakefulness in the brain. As a result, it helps relax the body and mind, aiding sleep.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Unlike other antihistamines, doxylamine succinate has strong sedative effects and is primarily used as a hypnotic. Additionally, it acts relatively quickly, making it effective for inducing sleep.

Medicines containing this ingredient

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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