Docmycin

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Docmycin Information

Docmycin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Docmycin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Docmycin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Docmycin include Sensitive to light. While these are the most often observed Docmycin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Docmycin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Docmycin's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Docmycin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Docmycin related warnings section.

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

Besides this, Docmycin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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


Docmycin Benefits & Uses

Docmycin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Docmycin 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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

Docmycin Side Effects

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

Moderate

  • Esophagitis

Mild

Common

  • Sensitive to light

Docmycin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Docmycin safe for pregnant women?


    Docmycin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Docmycin safe during breastfeeding?


    Docmycin 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 Docmycin on the Kidneys?


    Docmycin is not harmful for kidneys.

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


    Side effects of Docmycin rarely affect the liver.

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


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

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Docmycin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Mild


Docmycin Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Docmycin

  • Is this Docmycin habit forming or addictive?


    Docmycin does not cause addiction.

    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 Docmycin can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Docmycin only on doctor's advice.

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


    No, Docmycin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Docmycin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Docmycin


    Some foods when eaten with Docmycin can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Docmycin


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

    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; 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

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