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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 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 Sk Dox is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Sk Dox safe for pregnant women?
Sk Dox can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Sk Dox safe during breastfeeding?
Sk Dox may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Sk Dox on the Kidneys?
Sk Dox is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Sk Dox on the Liver?
Side effects of Sk Dox rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Sk Dox on the Heart?
Sk Dox is not harmful for the heart.
Sk Dox 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 Sk Dox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sk Dox habit forming or addictive?
Sk Dox is not addictive in nature.
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.
Is it safe?
Sk Dox should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Sk Dox for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Sk Dox
Taking Sk Dox with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sk Dox
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Sk Dox.
Yes, Sk Dox 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, Sk Dox can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes, Sk Dox 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.
Sk Dox can be taken orally and applied topically. An oral form such as tablet should be taken with or without food. If the medicine causes stomach upset after taking this drug take it with food or milk and drink plenty of water. Duration and dose of the course will vary according to the severity of an infection. The topical form of medicine should apply to the affected area twice daily or advice by a doctor, do not apply more or less as recommended by healthcare practitioners.
Yes, Sk Dox 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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