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Detab Plus is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Detab Plus also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Detab Plus 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Detab Plus are Sensitive to light. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Detab Plus can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Detab Plus are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Detab Plus is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Detab Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Detab Plus related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Detab Plus have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Detab Plus may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Detab Plus, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Detab Plus 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 Detab Plus is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Detab Plus safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Detab Plus. If you are pregnant, do not take Detab Plus without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Detab Plus safe during breastfeeding?
Detab Plus may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Detab Plus on the Kidneys?
Detab Plus is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Detab Plus on the Liver?
Detab Plus may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Detab Plus on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Detab Plus for the heart.
Detab Plus 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 Detab Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Detab Plus habit forming or addictive?
Detab Plus is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Detab Plus you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Detab Plus should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Detab Plus in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Detab Plus
When consumed with certain foods, Detab Plus may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Detab Plus
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Detab Plus.
Yes, Detab Plus can effectively relieve from acne by decreasing the concentration oil which causes acne. It is a drug of choice for treating acne or skin infection.
Detab Plus is a brand name for doxycycline. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called tetracycline. It is available in different dosage forms such as tablet, capsule, syrup, and cream. Detab Plus is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat bacterial as well as protozoal infection. It is used in the treatment of various type of infections such as pneumonia, respiratory tract infection, rickettsial infections, sexually transmitted infections, ophthalmic infections, anthrax including inhalational anthrax, and prophylaxis of malaria. It is also used in combination with other medications to treat acne and pimples. Sometimes Detab Plus is also used as an alternative treatment for selected infections when penicillin is contraindicated.
Detab Plus 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.
No, Detab Plus should not be given to children under 8 years. It can cause permanent tooth discoloration in children especially under 8 years old.
Yes, Detab Plus can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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
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
