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Ultracycline is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Ultracycline also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Ultracycline depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Ultracycline include Sensitive to light. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ultracycline as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Ultracycline are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Ultracycline has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ultracycline's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Ultracycline contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Ultracycline with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ultracycline is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Ultracycline 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 Ultracycline is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Ultracycline safe for pregnant women?
Ultracycline shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Ultracycline safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Ultracycline may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Ultracycline should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Ultracycline on the Kidneys?
Ultracycline does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ultracycline on the Liver?
Ultracycline has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Ultracycline on the Heart?
You can take Ultracycline without any fear of damage to the heart.
Ultracycline 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 Ultracycline unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ultracycline habit forming or addictive?
Ultracycline does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ultracycline, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ultracycline can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ultracycline only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ultracycline cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Ultracycline
When consumed with certain foods, Ultracycline may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ultracycline
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Ultracycline with alcohol.
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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
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
