Alcyclin 500 Capsule Benefits & Uses

Alcyclin 500 Capsule is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Pneumonia
Gonorrhea
Syphilis
Brucellosis
Chlamydia
Pimples (Read More - How to get rid of acne or pimples)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
H. Pylori
Psittacosis
Epididymitis

Alcyclin 500 Capsule 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: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Above 8 years old can take

Alcyclin 500 Capsule Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Alcyclin 500 Capsule is used -

Severe

Photosensitivity
Headache

Moderate

Blurred vision
Esophagitis

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Rash
Urticaria
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)

Common

Diarrhoea

Alcyclin 500 Capsule Related Warnings

Is the use of Alcyclin 500 Capsule safe for pregnant women?

Alcylin should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Alcyclin 500 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Alcylin. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Alcyclin 500 Capsule on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Alcylin on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Alcyclin 500 Capsule on the Liver?

Alcylin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Alcyclin 500 Capsule on the Heart?

Using Alcylin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Alcyclin 500 Capsule with Other Drugs

Alcyclin 500 Capsule should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Acitretin

Azelaic Acid

Guaifenesin

Moderate

Folic Acid

Calcium

Phenylephrine

Pseudoephedrine

Alcyclin 500 Capsule Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alcyclin 500 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Alcyclin 500 Capsule

Is this Alcyclin 500 Capsule habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Alcyclin 500 Capsule is addictive.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Alcyclin 500 Capsule as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Alcyclin 500 Capsule is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

Alcyclin 500 Capsule is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Alcyclin 500 Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alcyclin 500 Capsule

Taking Alcyclin 500 Capsule with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Alcyclin 500 Capsule

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Alcyclin 500 Capsule.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

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

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 733-739

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

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

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 733-739

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

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

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 733-739

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

Alcyclin 500 Capsule

Alcyclin 500 Capsule

Alcyclin 500 Capsule Benefits & Uses

Alcyclin 500 Capsule Dosage & How to Take

Alcyclin 500 Capsule Side Effects

Alcyclin 500 Capsule Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Alcyclin 500 Capsule with Other Drugs

Alcyclin 500 Capsule Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Alcyclin 500 Capsule

Alcyclin 500 Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

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