Manufacturer: Vilco Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition : Doxycycline
Strip of 8 Tablet
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Doxy 24 Tablet 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.
Doxy 24 Tablet is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
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
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Doxy 24
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.
Doxy 24 Tablet 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 Doxy 24 Tablet.
Doxy 24 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
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 Label.
If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Doxy 24 Tablet may change. This may increase your risk for side-effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Tell your doctor about all the drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are using, so that you doctor can help you prevent or manage drug interactions. Doxy 24 Tablet may interact with the following drugs and products:
Acetaminophen
Advair diskus
Alcohol
Ascorbic acid
Aspirin
Atorvastatin
Atovaquone
Cetirizine
Cholecalciferol
Ciprofloxacin
Do not chew, crush or break it. Doxy 24 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Doxy 24 Tablet, 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 Doxy 24 Tablet 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 Doxy 24 Tablet.
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. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Doxy 24 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Avoid Doxy 24 Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.
Q. Can I drink milk while taking Doxy 24 Tablet?
No, you should avoid using milk and milk products while taking Doxy 24 Tablet. Consuming dairy products along with Doxy 24 Tablet can decrease its absorption from the stomach, which may lead to inadequate affect of this medicine.
Q. How long after taking Doxy 24 Tablet can I eat?
It is best to wait for 2 hours after consuming Doxy 24 Tablet. Consuming food along with Doxy 24 Tablet may decrease its absorption from the stomach.
Q. Can I take Doxy 24 Tablet with food if its causing stomach upset?
Yes, you can take Doxy 24 Tablet 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 Doxy 24 Tablet takes to work?
Usually, Doxy 24 Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Q. Can the use of Doxy 24 Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Doxy 24 Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
Q. Can Doxy 24 Tablet be used in children?
According to the updated guidelines (2018) from American Academy of Pediatrics, Doxy 24 Tablet can be used in children of all ages for less than 21 days.
Q. Does Doxy 24 Tablet works in acne?
Yes, Doxy 24 Tablet is one of the most commonly prescribed oral antibiotics, which is used in the treatment of acne. It reduces the number of bacteria that causes acne on the skin.
