Martidox M 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 Martidox M is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Martidox M safe for pregnant women?
Martidox M should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Martidox M safe during breastfeeding?
Martidox M may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Martidox M on the Kidneys?
Using Martidox M does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Martidox M on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Martidox M on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Martidox M on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Martidox M for the heart.
Martidox M 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 Martidox M unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Martidox M habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Martidox M.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Martidox M. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Martidox M is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Martidox M in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Martidox M
When consumed with certain foods, Martidox M may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Martidox M
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Martidox M and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Martidox M should not be taken with an antacid. It can impair the absorption of a drug.
Avoid taking Martidox M with penicillin. Because Martidox M is bacteriostatic which may affect the bactericidal effect of penicillin.
Yes, Martidox M 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.
Yes, Martidox M 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.
Yes, Martidox M 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.
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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
