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Doxylin Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Doxylin Tablet have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Doxylin Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Doxylin Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Sensitive to light. Some other side effects of Doxylin Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Doxylin Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Doxylin Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Doxylin Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Doxylin Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Doxylin Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Doxylin Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Doxylin Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult(Male) |
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| Adult(Female) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Doxylin Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Doxylin Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Doxylin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Doxylin Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Doxylin. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Doxylin Tablet on the Kidneys?
Doxylin does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Doxylin Tablet on the Liver?
Doxylin has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Doxylin Tablet on the Heart?
Doxylin is not harmful for the heart.
Doxylin Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Doxylin Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Doxylin Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Doxylin Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Doxylin Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Doxylin Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Doxylin Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Doxylin Tablet
Doxylin Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxylin Tablet
Information about the interaction of Doxylin Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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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
