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Doxytab is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Doxytab has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Doxytab depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Doxytab include Sensitive to light. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Doxytab can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Doxytab go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Doxytab is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Doxytab related warnings talks about Doxytab's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Doxytab contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Doxytab with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Doxytab, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Doxytab 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 Doxytab is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Doxytab safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Doxytab. If you are pregnant, do not take Doxytab without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Doxytab safe during breastfeeding?
Doxytab should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Doxytab on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Doxytab on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Doxytab on the Liver?
Doxytab may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Doxytab on the Heart?
Doxytab is completely safe for the heart.
Doxytab 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 Doxytab unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Doxytab habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Doxytab.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Doxytab as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Doxytab only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Doxytab for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Doxytab
Taking Doxytab with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxytab
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Doxytab with alcohol.
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
