Doxylab Information
Doxylab is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule,Tablet. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Doxylab have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Doxylab 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 side effects typically associated with Doxylab include Sensitive to light. While these are the most often observed Doxylab side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Doxylab are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Doxylab is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Doxylab related warnings talks about Doxylab's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Doxylab contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Doxylab with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Doxylab, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Doxylab Benefits & Uses
Doxylab is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Pneumonia
- Cholera (Read More - Top Juices to Relieve Acidity)
- Chlamydia
- Syphilis
- Gonorrhea
- Plague
- Rosacea
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- White Discharge (Read More - Leucorrhoea home remedies)
- Gum Disease
- Cellulitis
- Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Doxylab 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 |
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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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Doxylab Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Doxylab is used -
Moderate
- Esophagitis
Mild
Common
- Sensitive to light
Doxylab Related Warnings
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Is the use of Doxylab safe for pregnant women?
Doxylab shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Doxylab safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Doxylab may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Doxylab should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
Severe -
What is the effect of Doxylab on the Kidneys?
Using Doxylab does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Doxylab on the Liver?
Doxylab may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Doxylab on the Heart?
You can take Doxylab without any fear of damage to the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Doxylab with Other Drugs
Doxylab should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Mild
Doxylab Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Doxylab unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Liver Disease
- Diabetes
Frequently asked Questions about Doxylab
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Is this Doxylab habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Doxylab.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Doxylab you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Doxylab only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Doxylab is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Doxylab Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Doxylab
Taking Doxylab with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Mild -
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxylab
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Doxylab.
Unknown
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References
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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
