Doxy Tablet
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Product introduction
Doxy Tablet 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.
Doxy Tablet 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 Doxy Tablet 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 Doxy Tablet to make sure it is safe for them.
Uses of Doxy Tablet
Benefits of Doxy Tablet
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Doxy Tablet 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.
In Treatment of Acne
Doxy Tablet 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 Doxy Tablet
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 Doxy
- Decreased appetite
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Rash
- Photosensitivity
- Red spots or bumps
- Hemolytic anemia
How to use Doxy Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Doxy Tablet is to be taken with food.
Avoid Doxy Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.
Avoid Doxy Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.
How Doxy Tablet works
Doxy Tablet 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Doxy Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Doxy Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Doxy Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Doxy Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Doxy Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Doxy Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Doxy Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Doxy Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Take Doxy Tablet 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Tetracyclines
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Bacterial Protein Synthesis Inhibitors- Tetracyclines
Interaction with drugs
Taking Doxy with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Do not consume Tretinoin with Doxycycline.
Concurrent use may cause increased pressure around the brain.
Do not consume Isotretinoin with Doxycycline.
Concurrent use may cause a risk of increased pressure around the brain.
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 C
Do not consume Acitretin with Doxycycline.
Concurrent use may cause a risk of increased pressure around the brain.
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. Doxycyclin
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Doxy Tablet
Four Times A *
40%
Thrice A Day
40%
Once A Day
20%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using Doxy Tablet for?
Bacterial inf*
67%
Others
29%
Acne
4%
*Bacterial infections
How much was the improvement?
Poor
37%
Average
33%
Excellent
30%
What were the side-effects while using Doxy Tablet?
No Side Effec*
57%
Nausea
14%
Vomiting
14%
Diarrhea
14%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Doxy Tablet?
With food
57%
With or witho*
43%
*With or without food
Please rate Doxy Tablet on price
Expensive
71%
Average
19%
Not Expensive
10%
FAQs
Can I drink milk while taking Doxy Tablet?
No, you should avoid taking milk and milk products while taking Doxy Tablet. Consuming dairy products along with Doxy Tablet can decrease its absorption from the stomach, which may lead to an inadequate effect of this medicine.
How long does Doxy Tablet takes to work?
Usually, Doxy Tablet 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 Doxy Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Doxy Tablet 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 Doxy Tablet works in acne?
Yes, Doxy Tablet 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.
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