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Doxylin is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule, Tablet. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Doxylin have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Doxylin. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Doxylin include Sensitive to light. Some other side effects of Doxylin have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Doxylin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Doxylin has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Doxylin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Doxylin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Doxylin with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Doxylin is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Doxylin 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 Doxylin is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Doxylin safe for pregnant women?
Doxylin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Doxylin safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Doxylin. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Doxylin on the Kidneys?
Doxylin does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Doxylin on the Liver?
Doxylin has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Doxylin on the Heart?
Doxylin is not harmful for the heart.
Doxylin 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 Doxylin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Doxylin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Doxylin is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Doxylin as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Doxylin only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Doxylin is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Doxylin
Doxylin may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxylin
Information about the interaction of Doxylin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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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
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
