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

Revidox Benefits & Uses

Revidox is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Revidox 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

Revidox Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Revidox is used -

Moderate

Esophagitis

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Rash
Urticaria
Diarrhoea
Fatigue
Headache
Dry Mouth
Cough

Common

Sensitive to light

Revidox Related Warnings

Is the use of Revidox safe for pregnant women?

Revidox 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 Revidox safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Revidox on the Kidneys?

Revidox is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Revidox on the Liver?

Revidox has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Revidox on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Revidox for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Revidox with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Mild

Calcium

Folic Acid

Revidox Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Liver Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Revidox

Is this Revidox habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Revidox.

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

After taking Revidox, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Revidox can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Revidox only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Revidox is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Revidox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Revidox

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

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Revidox

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Revidox.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Revidox

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Revidox with milk?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

No, Revidox should not be taken with milk because it delays the absorption drug by chelate formation with calcium which contains in milk.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I use Revidox for acne?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Revidox 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 about 6 years ago

What is Revidox?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Revidox on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Revidox 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 almost 5 years ago

Can I buy Revidox over-the-counter?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

No, you can not buy Revidox 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.