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Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT

Manufactured byCipla Ltd.
ContainsDoxycycline
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT is an antibiotic. It is used in the treatment of bacterial infections affecting your lungs, eyes, reproductive organs, skin, urinary tract, etc. It works by inhibiting the growth of bacteria and preventing the spread of infection. Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT has some common side effects like diarrhoea, loss of appetite, dry mouth, nausea, and vomiting. These side effects are mild and may subside by themselves. Consult your doctor if these symptoms remain for a long time or become worse. Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT can be taken with or without food as instructed by your doctor. Avoid taking more or less than the prescribed dose. Your doctor will determine the dose and duration of treatment depending on the severity of your health condition. Always finish the entire course of treatment with Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT even if you feel better after few doses. Skipping doses or not completing the course of treatment may increase the risk of re-infection that would be difficult to treat in the future. Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have liver or skin problems, or any other health condition. It is not recommended for use in children below 8 years of age except for life-threatening conditions as it causes permanent decolourization of teeth. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT

Microdox 100 MG Tablet DT
Micro Labs Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT

Stomach pain

Headache

Joint pain

Blurred vision

Diarrhoea

Loss of appetite

Dry mouth

Nausea or Vomiting

Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet

Upset stomach

Uses of Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT

What is it prescribed for?

Bacterial infections

Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT is used to treat bacterial infections such as: 1. Cholera: It is a bacterial infection that causes severe diarrhoea and dehydration. 2. Pneumonia. It is an infection of your lungs caused by bacteria. The symptoms include difficulty in breathing, chest tightness, wet cough, fever, etc. 3. Urinary tract infection: It is an infection in any part of your urinary system (kidneys, ureter, urethra, urinary bladder) caused by bacteria. The symptoms include burning sensation while urination, increased frequency to urinate, dark-coloured urine, etc. 3. Rickettsial diseases: It is a group of infections caused by a bacteria, rickettsia. The symptoms include fever, chills, severe headache, muscle pain, etc. 4. Anthrax: It is a serious bacterial illness caused by Bacillus anthracis. It may affect your skin, lungs, intestine, or the site of injection. 5. Sexually transmitted diseases: It is a group of infections caused by bacteria that spreads through sexual contact. 6. Plague: It is a serious bacterial infection caused by the bacteria Yersinia pestis. It is spread through the bite of infected fleas (wingless insects), through direct contact, or by inhalation. In severe form, it may lead to septicaemic plague (blood infection that spreads throughout the body) and/or pneumonic plague (infecting the lungs). 7. Eye infections: Trachoma is a bacterial infection that affects your eyes and may lead to blindness. Conjunctivitis is the infection or swelling of the conjunctiva, the white part of the eye, and the inner eyelids.

Malaria prophylaxis

Malaria is an illness caused by the bite of an infected mosquito. The symptoms include high fever, chills, a feeling of discomfort, etc. Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT is used to prevent malaria while travelling to malaria-prone regions.

Acne

Acne is a skin condition that occurs when the pores of your skin become clogged, forming spots. It may cause whiteheads, blackheads, or pimples. It may be infected by bacteria resulting in more severe acne. Hence, Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT is used to treat acne where antibiotics are considered necessary due to bacterial infections.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The time taken for Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT to show its effect is not clinically established.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The time duration for which Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT remains active in your body is not clinically established.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Avoid consuming alcohol during treatment with Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT as the desired effect of this medicine may not be achieved.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT is unsafe during pregnancy as it may harm your foetus.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT is not recommended for use while breastfeeding as it may cause permanent teeth discolouration of your baby. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid taking Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT is unsafe during pregnancy as it may harm your foetus.

Breast-feeding

Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT is not recommended for use while breastfeeding as it may cause permanent teeth discolouration of your baby. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

General warnings

Use in children

Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT may cause permanent teeth discolouration in children. Hence, it is not recommended for use in children less than 8 years of age except in a life-threatening condition.

Antibiotic resistance

Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria no longer respond to the antibiotics intended to kill them. Hence, complete the entire course of treatment with Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT even if you feel better after few doses to avoid antibiotic resistance.

Photosensitivity

Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT should be used with caution as it may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. It may cause itching, redness, skin rash, sunburn, etc. Therefore, avoid direct exposure to sunlight during treatment with this medicine. Consult your doctor if you experience such symptoms.

Serious skin reactions

Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT should be used with caution as it may cause serious skin reactions like Stevens-Johnson syndrome (a skin condition in which painful rash occur followed by the formation of blisters), exfoliative dermatitis (a skin condition in which the top layer of the skin is shredded), etc.

Myasthenia gravis

Myasthenia gravis is the weakness of your muscles that are responsible for movement. Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT should be used with caution if you have myasthenia gravis as it may worsen your health condition.

Systemic lupus erythematosus

Systemic lupus erythematosus is a condition in which the immune system of your body attacks its own tissues. It can affect the skin, kidneys, brain, joints, and other organs. Lupus erythematosus may worsen while taking Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience tiredness, painful joints, rashes, or lesions on the skin while using this medicine.

Increased pressure inside the skull

Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT should be used with caution as it may increase the intracranial pressure (pressure inside your skull). This may lead to loss of vision. Consult your doctor immediately if you observe a blurring of vision. Avoid taking Isotretinoin (a medicine used to treat acne) along with Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT as it may further increase the intracranial pressure.

Oesophageal ulcerations

Oesophagus is a tube that connects the mouth to your stomach. Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT may cause irritation and ulcers in your oesophagus. Hence, avoid taking this medicine immediately before going to bed. Also, take this medicine with a sufficient amount of water to prevent irritation.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip a dose of Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT. If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to compensate for the missed dose.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. Seek immediate medical attention if you suspect an overdose of Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Avoid consuming alcohol during treatment with Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT as the desired effect of this medicine may not be achieved.

Interaction with Medicine

Warfarin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Digoxin

Calcium gluconate

Isotretinoin

Disease interactions

Colitis

Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT can kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach and intestine causing diarrhoea. Therefore, this medicine should be used with caution if you have stomach and intestinal problems, particularly colitis (swelling of the inner lining of your large intestine), as it may worsen your health condition.

Liver diseases

Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT should be used with caution if you have liver problems as it may cause further liver damage. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor your liver function during treatment with this medicine.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT as advised by your doctor. Disperse the tablet in a teaspoonful of water or a glass of water before administration. Do not administer if the tablet is not dissolved/dispersed completely in the water. Avoiding taking this medicine immediately before going to bed. Do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking this medicine to prevent irritation in your food pipe and stomach. Do not give your medicine to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours. Complete the entire course of treatment for better results and to prevent the risk of re-infection.

Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

Doxicip 100 MG Tablet DT inhibits the growth and multiplication of bacteria and eventually kills them.

Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Tetracyclines, Antibiotics

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 1 Oct 2021

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