Sk Dox

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  • Manufactured by: Skn Organics
  • Contains / Salt: Doxycycline

Sk Dox Information

Sk Dox is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Sk Dox also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Sk Dox 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Sk Dox include Sensitive to light. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Sk Dox as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Sk Dox are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Sk Dox is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Sk Dox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

The section on Sk Dox contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Sk Dox with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Sk Dox is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.


Sk Dox Benefits & Uses

Sk Dox is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Sk Dox 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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

Sk Dox Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Sk Dox is used -

Moderate

  • Esophagitis

Mild

Common

  • Sensitive to light

Sk Dox Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Sk Dox safe for pregnant women?


    Sk Dox should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Sk Dox safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Sk Dox. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Sk Dox on the Kidneys?


    Sk Dox is completely safe for kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Sk Dox on the Liver?


    Sk Dox may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Sk Dox on the Heart?


    Using Sk Dox does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Sk Dox with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Mild


Sk Dox Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Sk Dox

  • Is this Sk Dox habit forming or addictive?


    Sk Dox is not addictive in nature.

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


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Sk Dox as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Sk Dox is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    There is no benefit of taking Sk Dox for mental disorders.

    No

Sk Dox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Sk Dox


    Taking Sk Dox with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Sk Dox


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Sk Dox with alcohol.

    Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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

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