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Doxytin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Doxytin have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Doxytin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Doxytin include Sensitive to light. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Doxytin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Doxytin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Doxytin's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Doxytin related warnings talks about Doxytin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Doxytin have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Doxytin have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Doxytin is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Doxytin 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 Doxytin is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Doxytin safe for pregnant women?
Doxytin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Doxytin safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Doxytin. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Doxytin on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Doxytin on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Doxytin on the Liver?
Doxytin is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Doxytin on the Heart?
Using Doxytin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Doxytin 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 Doxytin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Doxytin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Doxytin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Doxytin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Doxytin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Doxytin for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Doxytin
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Doxytin to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxytin
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Doxytin with alcohol.
Doxytin can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Yes, Doxytin can be taken with prednisolone. It effectively relieves from the ace and skin infection. Doxytin helps to prevent infection while prednisolone helps to reduce inflammation.
No, Doxytin should not be given to children under 8 years. It can cause permanent tooth discoloration in children especially under 8 years old.
Yes, Doxytin is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Doxytin 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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