Doxapram
Written By Dr. Swati Mishra
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev SharmaLast updated 10 Apr 2025 | 04:46 AM (UTC)
Doxapram Uses
Doxapram is used in the treatment of post-anesthesia respiratory depression and drug induced CNS depression.
How Doxapram works
Doxapram belongs to the class of drugs known as analeptics. It works by stimulating the breathing centre in the brain, thereby increasing the rate of breathing.
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Expert advice for Doxapram
- Doxapram helps you breathe better after you have been given an anaesthetic.
- It is given as an injection into your vein.
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Doxapram as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Inform your doctor if you have high blood pressure or any liver disease.
- Doxapram helps you breathe better after you have been given an anaesthetic.
- It is given as an injection into your vein.
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Doxapram as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Inform your doctor if you have high blood pressure or any liver disease.
Frequently asked questions for Doxapram
Doxapram is not a controlled substance, however it is available only on the basis of valid prescription
Doxapram belongs to the class of drugs known as analeptics. It works by stimulating the breathing centre in the brain, thereby increasing the rate of breathing.