Doxysep Information
Doxysep is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Pain, Swelling. The alternative uses of Doxysep have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Doxysep. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Doxysep also has some side effects, the most common being Sensitive to light. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Doxysep can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Doxysep 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 Doxysep has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Doxysep has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Doxysep related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Doxysep are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Doxysep may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Doxysep is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Doxysep Benefits & Uses
Doxysep 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)
- Rheumatic Disorder
- Cough
- Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)
- Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Doxysep 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
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Doxysep Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Doxysep is used -
Moderate
- Esophagitis
- Epigastric Pain
Mild
Common
- Sensitive to light
Doxysep Related Warnings
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Is the use of Doxysep safe for pregnant women?
Doxysep may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Doxysep, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
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Is the use of Doxysep safe during breastfeeding?
Doxysep can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
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What is the effect of Doxysep on the Kidneys?
Doxysep may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
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What is the effect of Doxysep on the Liver?
Doxysep is rarely harmful for the liver.
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What is the effect of Doxysep on the Heart?
Side effects of Doxysep rarely affect the heart.
Severe Interaction of Doxysep with Other Drugs
Doxysep should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Doxysep Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Doxysep unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Liver Disease
- Diabetes
- Drug Allergy
- Blood Clotting Disorders
- Bleeding
Frequently asked Questions about Doxysep
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Is this Doxysep habit forming or addictive?
Doxysep is not addictive in nature.
Doxysep Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Doxysep
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Doxysep together with food.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Doxysep
Information about the interaction of Doxysep and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Frequently asked Questions about Doxysep
Question about 6 years ago
Can I use Doxysep for acne?
Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology
Yes, Doxysep 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.
Question about 6 years ago
Can I take Doxysep with ofloxacin?
Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine
Doxysep can be taken with ofloxacin. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Ofloxacin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Question over 6 years ago
Does Doxysep cause nausea & vomiting?
Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Doxysep can cause nausea & vomiting. It is one of the most common side effects of this drug. If you experience nausea & vomiting after taking this medicine, take plenty of fluid and keep your self-hydrated. If you feel severe nausea & vomiting after consuming this drug please inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Question over 7 years ago
What is Doxysep?
Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician
Doxysep 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. Doxysep 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 Doxysep is also used as an alternative treatment for selected infections when penicillin is contraindicated.
Question over 6 years ago
Can I take Doxysep along with ibuprofen?
Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Doxysep can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
See all substitutes for Doxysep
- Dox M ST Tablet - ₹75
- Doxysep Tablet - ₹10
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- Serratiopeptidase + Doxycycline Tablet - ₹20
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