Detab

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Detab Information

Detab is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Detab have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Detab. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Detab include Sensitive to light. Some other side effects of Detab have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Detab go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Detab has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Detab has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Detab related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Detab are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Detab with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Detab, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Detab Benefits & Uses

Detab is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Detab 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


Detab Side Effects

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

Moderate

  • Esophagitis

Mild

Common

  • Sensitive to light

Detab Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Detab safe for pregnant women?


    Detab 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 Detab safe during breastfeeding?


    Detab 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 Detab on the Kidneys?


    Detab does not damage the kidneys.

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


    Side effects of Detab rarely affect the liver.

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


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

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Detab with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Mild



Detab Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Detab

  • Is this Detab habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Detab is addictive.

    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 Detab can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Detab 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?


    No, Detab cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Detab Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Detab


    When consumed with certain foods, Detab may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Detab


    Information about the interaction of Detab and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Detab

Question about 4 years ago

Can I take Detab with prednisolone?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Detab can be taken with prednisolone. It effectively relieves from the ace and skin infection. Detab helps to prevent infection while prednisolone helps to reduce inflammation.

Question almost 4 years ago

Can I buy Detab over-the-counter?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

No, you can not buy Detab 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Detab be given to children ?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

No, Detab should not be given to children under 8 years. It can cause permanent tooth discoloration in children especially under 8 years old.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Detab?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Detab can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Detab on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Detab in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.



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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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