Doxy 24: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Doxy 24 Benefits & Uses

Doxy 24 is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Doxy 24 Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Male)	Disease: Urethritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Cervicitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Anthrax Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2.2 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Doxy 24 Related Warnings

Is the use of Doxy 24 safe for pregnant women?

Doxy 24 can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Doxy 24 safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Doxy 24. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Doxy 24 on the Kidneys?

Doxy 24 does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Doxy 24 on the Liver?

Doxy 24 may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Doxy 24 on the Heart?

Using Doxy 24 does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Doxy 24 with Other Drugs

Doxy 24 should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Mild

Calcium

Folic Acid

Doxy 24 Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Doxy 24 unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Liver Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Doxy 24

Is this Doxy 24 habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Doxy 24 has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Doxy 24 you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Doxy 24 is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Doxy 24 is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Doxy 24 Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Doxy 24

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Doxy 24 to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxy 24

Information about the interaction of Doxy 24 and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Doxy 24

Question over 4 years ago

Can I buy Doxy 24 over-the-counter?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

No, you can not buy Doxy 24 over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Doxy 24 be given to children ?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

No, Doxy 24 should not be given to children under 8 years. It can cause permanent tooth discoloration in children especially under 8 years old.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Doxy 24 with penicillin?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking Doxy 24 with penicillin. Because Doxy 24 is bacteriostatic which may affect the bactericidal effect of penicillin.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Doxy 24 on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Doxy 24 in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Doxy 24 without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Doxy 24 is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.