Doxytab: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Doxytab Benefits & Uses

Doxytab is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Doxytab 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

Doxytab Related Warnings

Is the use of Doxytab safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Doxytab. If you are pregnant, do not take Doxytab without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Doxytab safe during breastfeeding?

Doxytab should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Doxytab on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Doxytab on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Doxytab on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Doxytab on the Heart?

Doxytab is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Doxytab with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Mild

Calcium

Folic Acid

Doxytab Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Liver Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Doxytab

Is this Doxytab habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Doxytab.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Doxytab only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Doxytab for mental disorders.

No

Doxytab Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Doxytab

Taking Doxytab with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxytab

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Doxytab with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Doxytab

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Doxytab with paracetamol?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Doxytab 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 over 4 years ago

Can I use Doxytab for acne?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Yes, Doxytab can effectively relieve from acne by decreasing the concentration oil which causes acne. It is a drug of choice for treating acne or skin infection.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Doxytab be given to children ?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

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

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Doxytab on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Doxytab 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

Does Doxytab cause stomach upset?

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

Yes, Doxytab can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.