G Dox: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

G Dox Benefits & Uses

G Dox is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

G Dox 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

G Dox Side Effects

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

Moderate

Esophagitis

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Rash
Urticaria
Diarrhoea
Fatigue
Headache
Dry Mouth
Cough

Common

Sensitive to light

G Dox Related Warnings

Is the use of G Dox safe for pregnant women?

G Dox has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume G Dox without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of G Dox safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking G Dox. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of G Dox on the Kidneys?

G Dox does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of G Dox on the Liver?

Side effects of G Dox rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of G Dox on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of G Dox with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Mild

Calcium

Folic Acid

G Dox Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Liver Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about G Dox

Is this G Dox habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to G Dox.

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

After taking G Dox you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, G Dox is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, G Dox is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

G Dox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and G Dox

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

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and G Dox

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of G Dox and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about G Dox

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I use G Dox for acne?

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

Yes, G Dox 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 almost 5 years ago

Can I buy G Dox over-the-counter?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

No, you can not buy G Dox 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.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take G Dox?

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

G Dox can be taken orally and applied topically. An oral form such as tablet should be taken with or without food. If the medicine causes stomach upset after taking this drug take it with food or milk and drink plenty of water. Duration and dose of the course will vary according to the severity of an infection. The topical form of medicine should apply to the affected area twice daily or advice by a doctor, do not apply more or less as recommended by healthcare practitioners.

Question about 6 years ago

What is G Dox?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 6 years ago

How does G Dox work?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

G Dox works by inhibiting the bacterial protein synthesis which is essential for bacterial growth and prevent us from bacterial infection. It also killed the certain bacteria which decreases the level of a chemical that causes ace and protects us from acne.