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Tetradox is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Tetradox have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Tetradox is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Tetradox also has some side effects, the most common being Sensitive to light. Some other side effects of Tetradox have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Tetradox normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Tetradox has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Tetradox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Tetradox have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Tetradox have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Tetradox, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Tetradox 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 Tetradox is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Tetradox safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Tetradox. If you are pregnant, do not take Tetradox without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Tetradox safe during breastfeeding?
Tetradox may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Tetradox on the Kidneys?
Tetradox is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Tetradox on the Liver?
Tetradox has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Tetradox on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Tetradox for the heart.
Tetradox 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 Tetradox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tetradox habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Tetradox.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Tetradox, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Tetradox can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Tetradox should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Tetradox for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tetradox
When consumed with certain foods, Tetradox may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tetradox
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Tetradox with alcohol will be.
No, Tetradox should not be taken with an antacid. It can impair the absorption of a drug.
Yes, Tetradox 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.
Yes, Tetradox can be taken with prednisolone. It effectively relieves from the ace and skin infection. Tetradox helps to prevent infection while prednisolone helps to reduce inflammation.
Yes, Tetradox can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Tetradox can cause gastritis by affecting the stomach lining or causing an irritant effect on the wall of the stomach. These effects also cause abdominal pain. However, if you are experiencing severe gastritis after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as drink plenty of fluid and avoid taking spicy and junk foods.
This medicine data has been created by -
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
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