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Doxylamine succinate is the active ingredient in many over-the-counter sleep aids branded under various names. Doxylamine succinate and pyridoxine (Vitamin B6) are the ingredients of Diclegis, approved by the FDA in April 2013 becoming the only drug approved for morning sickness [46] with a class A safety rating for pregnancy (no evidence of risk).
The recommended adult dose contains: Acetaminophen (650 mg/30 mL) (pain reliever/fever reducer) Dextromethorphan (30 mg/30 mL) (cough suppressant) Doxylamine succinate (12.5 mg/30 mL) (antihistamine/hypnotic) Alcohol (10% by volume) The LiquiCap capsule version has the following active ingredients per pill, half the recommended adult dose:
Some common side effects such as drowsiness, dry mouth, and tiredness may occur. Meclizine has been shown to have fewer dry mouth side effects than the traditional treatment for motion sickness, transdermal scopolamine. [16] A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but immediate medical attention should be sought if it occurs.
Doxepin is used in the treatment of insomnia. [11] In 2016, the American College of Physicians advised that insomnia be treated first by treating comorbid conditions, then with cognitive behavioral therapy and behavioral changes, and then with drugs; doxepin was among those recommended for short-term help maintaining sleep, on the basis of weak evidence.
Pyridoxine/doxylamine, sold under the brand name Diclectin among others, is a combination of pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B 6) and doxylamine succinate.It is generally used for nausea and vomiting of pregnancy (morning sickness); even though its efficacy has not been proven and subsequent research has led to the removal of recommendations in medical journals.
“Large meals high in carbohydrates (like stuffing, mashed potatoes, and pie) cause a spike in insulin, which increases the uptake of amino acids in muscles except tryptophan,” she explains.