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Codox 100mg Capsule is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in some infections of the lungs, urinary tract, eyes, and others. It kills bacteria, helping to improve your symptoms and treat the infection. It may also be used for the treatment of severe acne.

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini, MMST, MBBS,
Reviewed By Dr. Sachin Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS,
Last updated on 29 Apr 2026 | 01:01 PM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Doxycycline (100mg)

Marketer

Comed Chemicals Ltd

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Product introduction

Codox 100mg Capsule taken with food or milk to avoid gastric irritation. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of Codox 100mg Capsule as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive, and the infection may come back.

Common side effects seen with this medicine include vomiting, nausea, rash, and diarrhea. These are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if you find these side effects bother or worry you.

Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy to any antibiotic before taking this medicine. You should also let your doctor know about all other medicines you are taking, as they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Codox 100mg Capsule to make sure it is safe for them.

Uses of Codox Capsule

Benefits of Codox Capsule

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Codox 100mg Capsule is a versatile antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the blood, brain, lungs, bones, joints, urinary tract, stomach and intestines. It can also be used to treat sexually transmitted diseases. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.

Treatment of Acne
Codox 100mg Capsule treats acne, commonly called pimples. It kills the acne-causing bacteria and prevents spots or pimples from appearing. It usually takes a few weeks to have a noticeable effect so keep using it even if it appears not to be working. Sometimes acne may get worse before it gets better, however, with proper use, your skin will get clearer. The earlier you start taking it, the less likely you are to get scars. This medicine will help improve your mood and uplift your confidence as your skin becomes acne-free.

Side effects of Codox 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 Codox

Decreased appetite
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Rash
Photosensitivity
Red spots or bumps
Hemolytic anemia

How to use Codox Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Codox 100mg Capsule should be taken with or after food.
Avoid Codox 100mg Capsule with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.

How Codox Capsule works

Codox 100mg Capsule works by stopping bacteria from producing the proteins they need to grow and spread. It attaches to a part of the bacteria (30S ribosomal subunit), preventing them from making these essential proteins. This helps your body fight the infection more effectively and speeds up recovery.

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Quick tips

Take Codox 100mg Capsule with food and plenty of water to avoid an upset stomach.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect, but it should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Avoid excessive sun exposure and use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Codox 100mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Codox 100mg Capsule is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding

CAUTION

Codox 100mg Capsule should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Codox 100mg Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Codox 100mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Codox 100mg Capsule in patients with liver disease.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Codox with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Life-threatening

Tretinoin (Oral Route)

Do not consume Tretinoin with Doxycycline.

Severe

Isotretinoin (Oral Route)

Do not consume Isotretinoin with Doxycycline.

Severe

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route)

Do not consume Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) two weeks before and at least 10 days after consuming Doxycycline. Please consult your doctor. Doxycycline may reduce the efficacy of Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated).

Severe

Acitretin (Oral Route)

Do not consume Acitretin with Doxycycline.

Severe

Phenindione (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for bleeding and consult your doctor immediately. They may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Doxycycline may increase the effect of Phenindione.

Frequently asked questions

Can I drink milk while taking Codox 100mg Capsule?

No, you should avoid taking milk and milk products while taking Codox 100mg Capsule. Consuming dairy products along with Codox 100mg Capsule can decrease its absorption from the stomach, which may lead to an inadequate effect of this medicine.

How long does Codox 100mg Capsule takes to work?

Usually, Codox 100mg Capsule starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Can the use of Codox 100mg Capsule cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Codox 100mg Capsule can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic that kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach and intestines and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

Does Codox 100mg Capsule works in acne?

Yes, Codox 100mg Capsule is one of the most commonly prescribed oral antibiotics, which is used in the treatment of acne. It reduces the number of bacteria that cause acne on the skin.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Tetracyclines

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Bacterial Protein Synthesis Inhibitors- Tetracyclines

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

Rosenthal PJ. Clinical Pharmacology of the Antihelmenthic Drugs. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 926.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 433.
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Doxycycline [Prescribing Information]. Mason, OH: Prasco Laboratories; 2015. [Accessed 17 Mar. 2025] (online) Available from:

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Nausea

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Name: Comed Chemicals Ltd
Address: 2nd Floor, Sun Plaza-I, Nr. Vadsar Bridge, GIDC Road, Makarpura, Vadodara - 390 010.

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Country of origin: India
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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Codox Capsule

Benefits of Codox Capsule

Side effects of Codox Capsule

How to use Codox Capsule

How Codox Capsule works

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Tretinoin (Oral Route)

Isotretinoin (Oral Route)

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route)

Acitretin (Oral Route)

Phenindione (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

Can I drink milk while taking Codox 100mg Capsule?

How long does Codox 100mg Capsule takes to work?

Can the use of Codox 100mg Capsule cause diarrhea?

Does Codox 100mg Capsule works in acne?

Fact Box

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Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

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