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Doxyliv Benefits & Uses

Doxyliv is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Doxyliv 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

Doxyliv Related Warnings

Is the use of Doxyliv safe for pregnant women?

Doxyliv 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 Doxyliv safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Doxyliv. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Doxyliv on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Doxyliv on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Doxyliv on the Liver?

Side effects of Doxyliv rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Doxyliv on the Heart?

You can take Doxyliv without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Doxyliv with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Mild

Calcium

Folic Acid

Doxyliv Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Liver Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Doxyliv

Is this Doxyliv habit forming or addictive?

Doxyliv is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Doxyliv as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Doxyliv should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Doxyliv cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Doxyliv Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Doxyliv

Some foods when eaten with Doxyliv can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxyliv

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Doxyliv with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Doxyliv

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Doxyliv with penicillin?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Doxyliv with paracetamol?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Doxyliv 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Doxyliv with ofloxacin?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Doxyliv can be taken with ofloxacin. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Ofloxacin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Doxyliv?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Doxyliv is a brand name for doxycycline. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called tetracycline. It is available in different dosage forms such as tablet, capsule, syrup, and cream. Doxyliv is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat bacterial as well as protozoal infection. It is used in the treatment of various type of infections such as pneumonia, respiratory tract infection, rickettsial infections, sexually transmitted infections, ophthalmic infections, anthrax including inhalational anthrax, and prophylaxis of malaria. It is also used in combination with other medications to treat acne and pimples. Sometimes Doxyliv is also used as an alternative treatment for selected infections when penicillin is contraindicated.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Doxyliv on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Doxyliv 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.