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Doxtil 100 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Doxtil 100 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Doxtil 100 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Doxtil 100 Tablet include Sensitive to light. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Doxtil 100 Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Doxtil 100 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Doxtil 100 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Doxtil 100 Tablet related warnings talks about Doxtil 100 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Doxtil 100 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Doxtil 100 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Doxtil 100 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Doxtil 100 Tablet 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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult(Male) |
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Adult(Female) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Doxtil 100 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Doxt. If you are pregnant, do not take Doxt without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Doxtil 100 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Doxt may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Doxt should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Doxtil 100 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Using Doxt does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Doxtil 100 Tablet on the Liver?
Doxt is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Doxtil 100 Tablet on the Heart?
Doxt is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Doxtil 100 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Doxtil 100 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Doxtil 100 Tablet.
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 Doxtil 100 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Doxtil 100 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Doxtil 100 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Doxtil 100 Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Doxtil 100 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxtil 100 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Doxtil 100 Tablet with alcohol will be.
Yes, Doxt 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.
Doxt 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.
Yes, Doxt can cause gastritis by affecting the stomach lining or causing an irritant effect on the wall of the stomach. These effects also cause abdominal pain. However, if you are experiencing severe gastritis after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as drink plenty of fluid and avoid taking spicy and junk foods.
No, you can not buy Doxt 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.
Yes, Doxt is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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