Hostacycline Information
Hostacycline is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Hostacycline have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Hostacycline depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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 Hostacycline include Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Hostacycline have been listed ahead. These side effects of Hostacycline are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Hostacycline's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Hostacycline's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Hostacycline related warnings section.
The section on Hostacycline contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Hostacycline may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Hostacycline is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Hostacycline Benefits & Uses
Hostacycline is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Hostacycline 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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Hostacycline Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Hostacycline is used -
Severe
- Photosensitivity
- Headache
Moderate
- Blurred vision
- Esophagitis
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Rash
- Urticaria
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Common
- Diarrhoea
Hostacycline Related Warnings
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Is the use of Hostacycline safe for pregnant women?
Hostacycline shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Hostacycline safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Hostacycline may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Hostacycline should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
Severe -
What is the effect of Hostacycline on the Kidneys?
Hostacycline has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Hostacycline on the Liver?
Side effects of Hostacycline rarely affect the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Hostacycline on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Hostacycline for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Hostacycline with Other Drugs
Hostacycline should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Hostacycline Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hostacycline unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Sexually transmitted diseases
Frequently asked Questions about Hostacycline
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Is this Hostacycline habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Hostacycline.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Hostacycline, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Hostacycline can make you drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Hostacycline should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Hostacycline cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Hostacycline Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Hostacycline
When consumed with certain foods, Hostacycline may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Mild -
Interaction between Alcohol and Hostacycline
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Hostacycline with alcohol.
Unknown
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Oracea® (doxycycline)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 733-739
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1191-1193
