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Servidoxyne100mg

Rx
Generic:
Doxycycline
Dosage form:
Capsule
Pack size:
Strip (10 Capsule)

৳ 2.17/unit

Pack: ৳ 21.70

At a glance

Doxycycline — brands, prices, indication, dosage and side effects available in Bangladesh.

Description

Doxycycline is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in some infections of the lungs, urinary tract, eyes, and others. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection. Doxycycline is also used to treat many sexually transmitted diseases and a skin condition known as acne. It should be taken preferably either one hour before or 2 hours after a meal. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back. Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include vomiting, nausea, and diarrhea. These are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if you find these side effects bother or worry you. Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy to any antibiotic before taking this medicine. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using it. It may blur your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. Doxycycline is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Indications

• Bacterial infections

Mechanism of action

Doxycycline inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 30S ribosomal subunit. It has bacteriostatic activity against a broad range of gm+ve and gm-ve bacteria.

Dosage

Adult Dose: Oral Susceptible infections Adult: 200 mg on day 1 as a single or in divided doses, followed by 100 mg once daily. Severe infections: Maintain initial dose throughout the course of treatment. Sexually Transmitted Diseases Uncomplicated gonococcal infection of the cervix, urethra, and rectum, Uncomplicated urethral, endocervical, or rectal infection caused by Chlamydia trachomatis, Nongonococcal urethritis caused by C. trachomatis and U. urealyticum 100 mg PO q12hr for 7 days Syphilis (early): Patients who are allergic to penicillin should be treated with doxycycline 100 mg PO BID x 2 weeks Syphilis >1 year duration: Patients who are allergic to penicillin should be treated with doxycycline 100 mg PO BID x 4 weeks Acute epididymo-orchitis caused by N. gonorrhoeae or C trachomatis: 100 mg PO BID x least 10 days Acne, Rosacea Adult: 50 mg daily for 6-12 wk. Malaria Indicated for prophylaxis of malaria due to Plasmodium falciparum in short-term travelers (ie, <4 months) to areas with chloroquine and/or pyrimethamine-sulfadoxine resistant strain Prophylaxis: 100 mg PO qDay; begin taking 1-2 days before travel and continue daily during travel and for 4 weeks after traveler leaves malaria infested area Intestinal Amebiasis, Respiratory Tract Infections Indicated for adjunctive therapy to amebicides for acute intestinal amebiasis 100 PO q12hr on day 1, then 100 mg PO qDay Rickettsial Infections Indicated for Rocky Mountain spotted fever, typhus fever and the typhus group, Q fever, rickettsial pox, and tick fevers caused by Rickettsiae 100 PO q12hr on day 1, then 100 mg PO qDay Brucellosis Brucellosis due to Brucella species 100 mg PO twice daily for 6 weeks with rifampin or streptomycin Cholera Indicated for cholera caused by Vibrio cholerae 300 mg PO once; adjunct to fluid and electrolyte replacement Acute Bacteria Rhinosinusitis 200 mg/day PO qDay or divided BID for 5-7 days Anthrax Postexposure prophylaxis: 100 mg PO BID for 60 days Infective Endocarditis Suspected Bartonella infection with a negative culture: 100 mg PO BID x 6 weeks in combination with gentamicin and ceftriaxone Positive culture Bartonella infection: 100 mg PO BID x 6 weeks in combination with gentamicin or rifampin Child Dose: Children: PO >8 y, <45 kg: 2–4 mg/kg/day q12h

Administration

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Doxycycline is to be taken empty stomach. Avoid Doxycycline with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.

Side effects

Common: • Vomiting • Nausea • Diarrhea

Precautions & warnings

[UNSAFE] Doxycycline may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. Visual disturbances such as blurring of vision may occur during treatment with doxycycline. Your doctor has prescribed Doxycycline to cure your infection and improve symptoms. Take it with food and plenty of water to avoid stomach upset. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat. Take it while you are sitting or standing, to prevent any throat irritation. Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking Doxycycline. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools. Avoid excessive sun exposure and use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors.

Contraindications

It is contraindicated to patients with known hypersensitivity to any of the tetracyclines. It is also contraindicated in severe hepatic disorder and patients with systemic lupas erythematosus. Concomitant intake of alkalis, antacids and iron may interfere with the absorption of Doxycycline. It is advisable to avoid giving doxycycline in conjunction with penicillin. Doxycycline should not be used in pregnant women unless, in the judgment of the physician, it is essential for the welfare of the patient.

Drug interactions

Concomitant use w/ isotretinoin is known to cause pseudotumour cerebri. Prolonged prothrombin time w/ anticoagulants (e.g. warfarin). May interfere w/ the bactericidal action of penicillin. Impaired absorption w/ antacids containing Al, Ca, or Mg, oral Zn, Fe salts, and bismuth preparations. Increased metabolism w/ phenobarbital, carbamazepine, primidone and phenytoin. Risk of breakthrough bleeding w/ oral contraceptives. Increased plasma concentration of ciclosporin. Decreased half-life w/ hepatic enzymes inducers (e.g. rifampicin). Potentially Fatal: Concurrent use w/ methoxyflurane may result to fatal renal toxicity.

Food interactions

[UNSAFE] It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Doxycycline.

Use in pregnancy

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Doxycycline is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Use in lactation

[SAFE IF PRESCRIBED] Doxycycline is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Renal / hepatic impairment

[SAFE IF PRESCRIBED] Doxycycline is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Doxycycline is recommended. However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. [SAFE IF PRESCRIBED] Doxycycline is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Doxycycline is recommended.

Common questions

Scar on face due to bacterial infections Pic is not clear, plz visit for proper opinion I have a history of recurring yeast and bacterial vaginosis infections. Tab metrogyl 500 mg twice a day x 5 days and tab fluconazole 150 mg three doses alternate days I suffering from bacterial infections in my shaving area or too much acne problem. Fudic cream twice a day My child verry high cough and fever in cold sesion try to much doctor but result is no . It&#x27;s will be countiue cough and fever it&#x27;s good to be only antiboitic Antibiotics are required if bacterial infections. Consult child specialist What are use mega-cv dry syrup Child are not drinking milk Mega CV is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections Sir which medication can we use to fast healing the wound such as minor cut,bacterial infections just apply Neomycin cream locally I get infections around my private parts and also near my toes It&#x27;s basically fungus or bacterial infection Dear Mr PATIENT need to check your lesions before prescribing any medications, post a high quality image of the lesion with a good resolution.

⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.