Dox

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Dox Information

Dox is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection, Tablet, Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Dox also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Dox depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Dox include Sensitive to light. While these are the most often observed Dox side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Dox go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Dox is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Dox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Dox related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Dox contraindications section.

Besides this, Dox may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Dox is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



Dox Benefits & Uses

Dox is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Dox Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Male)
  • Disease: Urethritis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Cervicitis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Anthrax
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2.2 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 months
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Dox Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dox is used -

Moderate

  • Esophagitis

Mild

Common

  • Sensitive to light

Dox Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Dox safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Dox. If you are pregnant, do not take Dox without a doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Dox safe during breastfeeding?


    Dox should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Dox on the Kidneys?


    Dox does not damage the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Dox on the Liver?


    Very few cases of side effects of Dox on the liver have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Dox on the Heart?


    There are no any side effects of Dox for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Dox with Other Drugs

Dox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Mild



Dox Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dox unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Dox

  • Is this Dox habit forming or addictive?


    Dox is not addictive in nature.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Dox can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Dox should be used only after doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Dox is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Dox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Dox


    Dox may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Dox


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Dox and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Dox

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Dox?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Dox can be taken orally and applied topically. An oral form such as tablet should be taken with or without food. If the medicine causes stomach upset after taking this drug take it with food or milk and drink plenty of water. Duration and dose of the course will vary according to the severity of an infection. The topical form of medicine should apply to the affected area twice daily or advice by a doctor, do not apply more or less as recommended by healthcare practitioners.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Dox with paracetamol?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Dox can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Dox cause gastritis?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Dox can cause gastritis by affecting the stomach lining or causing an irritant effect on the wall of the stomach. These effects also cause abdominal pain. However, if you are experiencing severe gastritis after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as drink plenty of fluid and avoid taking spicy and junk foods.​

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Dox with milk?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

No, Dox should not be taken with milk because it delays the absorption drug by chelate formation with calcium which contains in milk.

Question almost 4 years ago

Can I buy Dox over-the-counter?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

No, you can not buy Dox over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Doryx® (doxycycline hyclate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 829

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1191-1193

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