Swidox 100mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Swidox 100 MG Description
Swidox Tablet is an antibiotic medicine. It is used for the treatment of a wide range of bacterial infections such as infection of the lungs, throat, airways, skin, eye and genital. It contains doxyc
ycline as an active ingredient. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that belongs to a group of medicines called tetracycline antibiotics. Swidox Tablet or any antibiotic should not be used when you are not sure if the infection is due to bacteria, unnecessary use of antibiotics can make it ineffective for future treatment. Complete the course of antibiotics as prescribed by the doctor or it may lead to relapse or return the infection. This medicine 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 (yellow-grey-brown).
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹2.64 |
You Save | ₹0.36 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Doxycycline(100.0 Mg) |
Uses | Bacterial infections |
Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rashes, urge to scratch |
Therapy | ANTIBIOTIC |
Uses of Swidox 100 MG
Contraindications of Swidox 100 MG
- If you are allergic to doxycycline or any other components of this medicine.
- If you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant or breastfeeding.
Side effects of Swidox 100 MG
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Rashes
- Sensitivity to light
- Urge to scratch
- Anaemia
- Loss of appetite
Precautions and Warnings of Swidox 100 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have any underlying medical condition like liver or kidney-related problem, muscle weakness etc., as caution is advised in such health conditions.
- You experience skin reactions. The doctor may discontinue the treatment and start an alternate therapy.
- 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, hair loss (systemic lupus erythematosus).
- It is advised to avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight because it can make your skin more prone to sunburn reactions during the treatment.
- You are already taking oral retinoids or isotretinoin, as it may increase the risk of increased pressure inside the brain.
- You may have diarrhoea after using this medicine.
- This medicine 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 (yellow-grey-brown)....
Mode of Action of Swidox 100 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Swidox 100 MG
- Swidox Tablet should be taken as a whole with sufficient water.
- You should take this medicine regularly at a fixed time and as directed by your doctor.
Interactions of Swidox 100 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Certain medicines can interfere with the action of Swidox Tablet or Swidox itself can affect the action of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Always inform your doctor about all the medicine you are taking, that includes all prescribed or non-prescribed herbal medicines, dietary supplements as well as other treatment if you are taking for any disorder....
- Especially if you are on certain medications such as medicines used to treat brain-related disorders like alprazolam, anti-epileptic medicines like phenytoin etc.
- Other medicines that should be used with caution are medicines used to treat acne like isotretinoin, oral contraceptives, anticoagulants (like warfarin and heparin), penicillin antibiotics, immunosuppressants like ciclosporin etc. ...
- Antacids and other certain supplements containing iron, calcium etc. should not be taken simultaneously with Swidox Tablet. There should be a gap of at least 2 hours.
- Also, you should inform your doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination scheduled.
Storage and disposal of Swidox 100 MG
- Store the medicine below 25°C in a cool and dry place.
- Keep it away from children and pets.
Dosage of Swidox 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 Swidox Tablet?
Q: What should be discussed with my healthcare professional before I start the treatment with Swidox Tablet?
Q: At what time should I take this medicine?
References
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2021 [cited 25 January 2022]
- Vibramycin-D Dispersible Tablets 100mg - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 25 January 2022]
- DORYX Delayed-Release Tablets [Internet]. Accessdata.fda.gov. 2021 [cited 25 January 2022]
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