Manufacturer: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Doxycycline(100mg)
Strip of 10 Capsule
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DC 100mg Capsule is best taken either 1 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.
The bacteriostatic action of tetracyclines, like doxycycline hyclate, is intended to stop the growth of bacteria by allosterically binding to the 30S prokaryotic ribosomal unit during protein synthesis
Doxycycline is metabolized in the liver and gastrointestinal tract through an unknown mechanism and is eliminated via both biliary secretion and glomerular filtration in the kidney (8). Approximately 40% to 45% of doxycycline is recovered in urine as an unchanged drug within 72 h
Vomiting
Nausea
Diarrhea
Liver disease due to rare fatal hepatotoxicity.
History of yeast infections.
Recent colitis caused by antibiotic use.
Kidney disease diarrhea from C. Dificile.
History of lupus (autoimmune)
Porphyria (a blood disease)
Myasthenia gravis.
DC 100mg Capsule 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.
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with DC 100mg Capsule.
DC 100mg Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Doxycycline is indicated for the treatment of various infections by gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, aerobes and anaerobes, as well other types of bacteria. A complete list of organisms is available in the FDA label and in the "indications" section of this drug entry
Some products that may interact with this drug include: retinoid medications taken by mouth (such as acitretin, isotretinoin), barbiturates (such as phenobarbital), "blood thinners" (such as warfarin), digoxin, anti-seizure medications (such as phenytoin), strontium.
DC 100mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.
Avoid DC 100mg Capsule with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of DC 100mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Your doctor has prescribed DC 100mg Capsule 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 DC 100mg Capsule.
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.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. DC 100mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.
Avoid DC 100mg Capsule with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.
Q. Can I drink milk while taking DC 100mg Capsule?
No, you should avoid using milk and milk products while taking DC 100mg Capsule. Consuming dairy products along with DC 100mg Capsule can decrease its absorption from the stomach, which may lead to inadequate affect of this medicine.
Q. How long after taking DC 100mg Capsule can I eat?
It is best to wait for 2 hours after consuming DC 100mg Capsule. Consuming food along with DC 100mg Capsule may decrease its absorption from the stomach.
Q. Can I take DC 100mg Capsule with food if its causing stomach upset?
Yes, you can take DC 100mg Capsule with food if its causing you stomach upset. However, avoid consuming milk and milk products 1 hr before and 2 hr after taking this medicine.
Q. How long does DC 100mg Capsule takes to work?
Usually, DC 100mg Capsule starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
