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Lenteclin 100 Capsule

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Lenteclin Information

Lenteclin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Lenteclin have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Lenteclin 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Lenteclin include Sensitive to light. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lenteclin as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lenteclin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Lenteclin has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Lenteclin related warnings talks about Lenteclin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Lenteclin have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Lenteclin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Lenteclin, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

  1. Lenteclin Benefits & Uses
  2. Lenteclin Dosage & How to Take
  3. Lenteclin Side Effects
  4. Lenteclin Related Warnings
  5. Severe Interaction of Lenteclin with Other Drugs
  6. Lenteclin Contraindications
  7. Frequently asked Questions about Lenteclin
  8. Lenteclin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lenteclin Benefits & Uses

Lenteclin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Lenteclin 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

Lenteclin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Lenteclin safe for pregnant women?


    Lenteclin 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 Lenteclin safe during breastfeeding?


    Taking Lenteclin may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Lenteclin should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

    Severe

  • What is the effect of Lenteclin on the Kidneys?


    Lenteclin does not damage the kidneys.

    Safe

  • What is the effect of Lenteclin on the Liver?


    Very few cases of side effects of Lenteclin on the liver have been reported.

    Mild

  • What is the effect of Lenteclin on the Heart?


    Using Lenteclin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Lenteclin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

AcitretinAzelaic AcidGuaifenesinPseudoephedrinePhenylephrine

Mild

CalciumFolic Acid

Lenteclin Contraindications

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

Frequently asked Questions about Lenteclin

  • Is this Lenteclin habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Lenteclin has not been reported.

    No

  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Lenteclin can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous

  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Lenteclin only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise

  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Lenteclin is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Lenteclin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Lenteclin


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

    Mild

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Lenteclin


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

    Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Lenteclin

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Lenteclin with penicillin?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Lenteclin with paracetamol?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Lenteclin 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take Lenteclin along with ibuprofen?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lenteclin can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful 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 6 years ago

What is Lenteclin?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Lenteclin 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. Lenteclin 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 Lenteclin is also used as an alternative treatment for selected infections when penicillin is contraindicated.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Lenteclin with contraceptive pill?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking Lenteclin 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.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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

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