DOXICIP 100mg

Doxicip is an antibiotic that is used to treat and preventing bacterial infections in the body. It treats infections of eyes, respiratory and urinary tract and even acne. Other bacterial infections for which this medicine is indicated include malaria, ophthalmic infection, pneumonia, ticks fever, gonococcal infections and amoebic dysentery.

How it works?

This medicine works by obstructing and controlling the process of cellular protein making in the bacteria. It brings down the fatty acid concentration and as a result of this the growth of bacteria stops.

Important information about Medicine

Doxycycline hydrochloride belongs to the category of tetracyclines antibiotics.  This antibiotic is prescribed for acne, blemishes, gonorrhea, bumps and periodontitis.

Dosage information

For sever infections the recommended dosage is of 100mg once a day. For acne, one needs to take 50mg once a day. The doctor would decide on both dosage and length of course looking at the type of infection and the level of treatment required.

Strengths available

Doxicip is available in the strength of 100mg.

What if you miss a dose?

Do not miss any dose of this antibiotic or any other medicine as this could bring down the efficacy. Try to take the missed dose as and when you remember, retaining enough time for the next dose.

What if you overdose?

Always take the dose as suggested by the doctor. Never take multiple doses at a time and in case you do contact your doctor for help.

Things to be taken care of

If you have been taking treatment for hypersensitivity, allergy or any other health issue, notify this to your doctor. This medicine is not be taken by kids below the age of 8 years. Avoid exposure to sun when taking this medicine as it could lead to sunburn, try and use sunscreen daily. Do not take this medicine if trying to conceive, pregnant or lactating without consulting your doctor. If taking birth control pills that contain estrogen, ask your doctor about the alternative birth control methods as these might bring down the absorption rate of Doxicip.

Side Effects

Possible side effects that could bother you with the intake of Doxicip are:

§  Chest pain

§  Inflammation of tongue

§  Itching

§  Nausea

§  Hives

§  Vomiting

§  Trouble swallowing food

§  Indigestion

Immediately report any of these symptoms to your doctor and get complete medical assistance.

Interaction with other drugs

Doxicip might interact with glymidine, rifampicin, phenytoin, carbazepine, sodium picosulphate, riboflavin and phenobarbitone. If you are on a medicine, inform your doctor before taking this medicine. Do not take Doxicip with an antacid or a dietary supplement as this could also lead to interactions. Do not start taking any new medicine when taking Doxicip.