Doxytop

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Doxytop Information

Doxytop, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Doxytop also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Doxytop is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Doxytop are Sensitive to light. Some other side effects of Doxytop have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Doxytop 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.

Doxytop's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Doxytop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Doxytop related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Doxytop have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Doxytop may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Doxytop is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Doxytop Benefits & Uses

Doxytop is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Doxytop 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
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Male)
  • Disease: Urethritis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Cervicitis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Anthrax
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2.2 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 months
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Doxytop Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Doxytop safe for pregnant women?


    Doxytop has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Doxytop without medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Doxytop safe during breastfeeding?


    Taking Doxytop may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Doxytop should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Doxytop on the Kidneys?


    Doxytop is completely safe for kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Doxytop on the Liver?


    Very few cases of side effects of Doxytop on the liver have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Doxytop on the Heart?


    There are no any side effects of Doxytop for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Doxytop with Other Drugs

Doxytop should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Mild



Doxytop Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Doxytop unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Doxytop

  • Is this Doxytop habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Doxytop has not been reported.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Doxytop can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Doxytop should be used only after doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Doxytop for mental disorders.

    No

Doxytop Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Doxytop


    Some foods when eaten with Doxytop can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Doxytop


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Doxytop.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Doxytop

Question about 5 years ago

What is Doxytop?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Doxytop 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. Doxytop 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 Doxytop is also used as an alternative treatment for selected infections when penicillin is contraindicated.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Doxytop with antacid?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Doxytop should not be taken with an antacid. It can impair the absorption of a drug. 

Question almost 4 years ago

Can I buy Doxytop over-the-counter?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

No, you can not buy Doxytop over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Doxytop with milk?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

No, Doxytop should not be taken with milk because it delays the absorption drug by chelate formation with calcium which contains in milk.

Question about 4 years ago

Can I use Doxytop for acne?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Yes, Doxytop 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.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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

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