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Nirpidox Capsule

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia, MDS, BDS
Reviewed By Dr. Ashish Ranjan, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS
Last updated on 21 Oct 2024 | 11:36 AM (IST)
Nirpidox Capsule is a combination medicine used in the treatment of nausea or vomiting during pregnancy. It blocks signals to reach the brain that trigger the feeling of nausea and vomiting.
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General Information

Contains

Doxylamine (10mg)+ Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) (10mg)+ Folic Acid (2.5mg)

Marketer

Nircure Lifesciences Pvt. Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C
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Product introduction

Nirpidox Capsule is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are dryness in the mouth, constipation, and lightheadedness. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.

Uses of Nirpidox Capsule

Benefits of Nirpidox Capsule

Treatment of Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy
Nirpidox Capsule blocks the action of chemicals in the body that can make you feel or be sick during pregnancy. This medicine helps you cope up with nausea or vomiting that occurs due to hormonal changes during pregnancy and helps you complete the term without much discomfort. It also contains nutritional supplements that improve your baby’s immune system, enhance the baby’s brain development and also help reduce nausea and vomiting during pregnancy.

Side effects of Nirpidox Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Nirpidox
  • Sleepiness
  • Dizziness
  • Fatigue
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Constipation

How to use Nirpidox Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Nirpidox Capsule is to be taken with food.

How Nirpidox Capsule works

Nirpidox Capsule is a combination of three medicines: doxylamine, vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) and folic acid, which treats nausea and vomiting associated with pregnancy.

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Quick tips

  • Nirpidox Capsule helps treat nausea and vomiting in pregnant women whose symptoms did not improved using diet and lifestyle changes. 
  • Take it on an empty stomach with a glass of water.
  • It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Do not take it with other sedating medications such as cough and cold medications as the combination could worsen dizziness leading to falls or other accidents

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Nirpidox Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nirpidox Capsule is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nirpidox Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Larger doses or prolonged use of Nirpidox Capsule may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby
Driving

Driving

UNSAFE
Nirpidox Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nirpidox Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Nirpidox Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nirpidox Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Nirpidox Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it at as mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Nirpidox Capsule can cause increased side effects. If you are experiencing increased severity of nausea or vomiting, which is not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
Yes, one of the common side effects of Nirpidox Capsule is drowsiness. Do not drive, operate heavy machinery or engage in other activities that need your full attention. Do not drink alcohol or take any medicines that may depress the central nervous system like cough and cold medicines, certain pain medicines, and medicines that help you sleep, while you are taking Nirpidox Capsule. Severe drowsiness can happen or it can become worse and cause falls or accidents.
Yes, the use of Nirpidox Capsule can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night. Try to avoid foods that are acidic (like lemons), spicy and salty.
Yes, it is safe to take Nirpidox Capsule in pregnant women. In fact, this medicine is used to treat nausea and vomiting in pregnant women. It is mainly recommended to those women whose symptoms have not improved after changing their diet or using other non-medicine treatments.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

References

  1. Doxylamine succinate and pyridoxine hydrochloride. Blainville, Québec: Duchesnay Inc.; 1976 [revised Nov. 2016]. [Accessed 12 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
  2. DailyMed. Doxylamine succinate and pyridoxine hydrochloride. [Accessed 12 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
  3. ScienceDirect. Vitamin B6. [Accessed 12 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
  4. DailyMed. Pyridoxine hydrochloride. [Accessed 12 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
  5. Folic Acid. Maidenhead: Intrapharm Laboratories Limited; 2011 [revised 8 May 2018]. [Accessed 12 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Patient concerns

Not eating. Vomiting wt we do.

Dr. Megha Gupta
Dr. Megha Gupta
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Avoiding fluids including tea and water right early in the morning will help. Ginger also helps with the nausea and vomiting of pregnancy.

She miss her period since last 12 days & upt is postitive . Patient having abdominal pain , vomiting , nausea , weakness , fainting .

Dr. Suman Rao
Dr. Suman Rao
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
These are the normal symptoms of pregnancy. She can take treatment for nausea and vomiting after consulting a Gynae
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Marketer details

Name: Nircure Lifesciences Pvt. Ltd
Address: Unit-Plot No-05, Industrial Area Phase 2, Panchkula, Haryana 134113

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Nirpidox Capsule. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's â„ž and the availability of this medicine.

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