Offer - Urjas Oil for just ₹ 1 X
Doxyrek Dr is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Doxyrek Dr also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Doxyrek Dr is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Doxyrek Dr include Sensitive to light. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Doxyrek Dr can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Doxyrek Dr go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Doxyrek Dr's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Doxyrek Dr's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Doxyrek Dr contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Doxyrek Dr have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Doxyrek Dr is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Doxyrek Dr 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 |
|
Geriatric |
|
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
|
Adult(Male) |
|
Adult(Female) |
|
2 - 12 years (Child) |
|
Is the use of Doxyrek Dr safe for pregnant women?
Doxyrek Dr can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Doxyrek Dr safe during breastfeeding?
Doxyrek Dr should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Doxyrek Dr on the Kidneys?
Using Doxyrek Dr does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Doxyrek Dr on the Liver?
Doxyrek Dr may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Doxyrek Dr on the Heart?
You can take Doxyrek Dr without any fear of damage to the heart.
Doxyrek Dr 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 Doxyrek Dr unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Doxyrek Dr habit forming or addictive?
Doxyrek Dr is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Doxyrek Dr, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Doxyrek Dr can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Doxyrek Dr is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Doxyrek Dr is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Doxyrek Dr
Doxyrek Dr may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxyrek Dr
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Doxyrek Dr with alcohol will be.
Avoid taking Doxyrek Dr with contraceptive pill because medicine can decrease the effects of the contraceptive pill. Keep your doctor informed before taking them together. Try other methods of contraception such as condoms, barrier methods to avoid unwanted pregnancies.
Doxyrek Dr 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.
Doxyrek Dr 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. Doxyrek Dr 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 Doxyrek Dr is also used as an alternative treatment for selected infections when penicillin is contraindicated.
Discontinuing Doxyrek Dr 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.
Yes, Doxyrek Dr 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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