Doxycept 100mg Strip Of 8 Tablets
Doxycept 100 MG Description
Doxycept tablet is a tetracycline antibiotic medicine. It is used for the treatment of various bacterial infections of the lungs, throat, airways, skin, eye, and genitals. It contains doxycycline and
lactic acid bacillus as the active ingredients. Doxycept tablet or any antibiotic should not be used when you are not sure if the infection is due to bacteria. Take this medicine in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by the doctor. Complete the entire course of antibiotics as prescribed by the doctor or it may lead to relapse or return of the infection. Avoid skipping a dose or consuming it more than recommended. Do not stop taking the medicine on your own. Before using this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history. Doxycept tablet should not be used during tooth development (last half of pregnancy; infancy and childhood to the age of 8 years) as it may cause permanent discolouration of the teeth.
Product Summary
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Contains | Doxycycline(100.0 Mg) |
Uses | Bacterial infections |
Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rashes, loss of appetite |
Therapy | ANTIBIOTIC |
Uses of Doxycept 100 MG
Contraindications of Doxycept 100 MG
- If you are allergic to doxycycline or any other components of Doxycept tablet.
- If you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant or breastfeeding.
Side effects of Doxycept 100 MG
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Rashes
- Loss of appetite
Precautions and Warnings of Doxycept 100 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have any underlying medical condition like liver or kidney-related problem, muscle weakness.
- You experience skin reactions after taking this medicine.
- You have a genetic disorder of blood resulting in defective haemoglobin, purple patches on the skin and nerve damage (porphyria).
- You have a disorder of the immune system causing rashes on the face, fever, joint and body pains, and hair loss (systemic lupus erythematosus).
- You are going to be exposed to sunlight for prolonged durations.
- You are already taking oral retinoids or isotretinoin.
- You develop diarrhoea after using this medicine.
Mode of Action of Doxycept 100 MG
How Does It Work?
- Doxycept tablet contains a combination of doxycycline and lactic acid bacillus as the active ingredients.
- Doxycycline interferes with the formation of proteins, which are essential for the survival and growth of bacteria. This prevents bacterial replication and thus controls the infection.
- Lactic acid bacillus is beneficial bacteria that is already present in the intestine. It supports the natural bacterial flora of the intestine and helps in digestion and absorption. Use/overuse of antibiotics kills these good bacteria in the intestine. Lactic acid bacillus help in restoring the good bacteria in the intestine....
Directions for Use of Doxycept 100 MG
- Doxycept tablet should be taken exactly as recommended by the doctor.
- Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
- It can be taken with food or milk.
- It would be best if you take it at a fixed time for optimal results.
- Do not consume more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.
Interactions of Doxycept 100 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Certain medicines can interfere with the action of Doxycept tablet or this medicine itself can affect the action of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Inform your doctor about all medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid possible interaction.
- Especially if you are taking medicines used to treat brain-related disorders like alprazolam and anti-epileptic medicines like phenytoin.
- Other medicines that should be used with caution with Doxycept tablet are medicines used to treat acne like isotretinoin, oral contraceptives, anticoagulants like warfarin and heparin, penicillin antibiotics, and immunosuppressants like ciclosporin....
- Antacids and other supplements containing iron, calcium etc. should not be taken simultaneously with Doxycept tablet. There should be a gap of at least 2 hours.
Storage and disposal of Doxycept 100 MG
- Store Doxycept tablet below 25°C in a cool and dry place.
- Keep it away from children and pets.
Dosage of Doxycept 100 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: For how long do I need to take Doxycept tablet?
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