Revidox 100mg Tablet (4'S)

Prescription
Prescription Required: Consult the Doctor & Get Your ePrescription

Revidox 100mg 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.

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.


Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

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.

Pharmacokinets

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 (8, 14, 15).

Side Effects

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 Revidox

Vomiting

Nausea

Diarrhea

Contra Indications

have ever had an allergic reaction to doxycycline or any other medicine.

have kidney or liver problems.

have an inflamed food pipe (oesophagitis)

have lupus, an autoimmune disease.

have myasthenia gravis, a condition that causes severe muscle weakness.

are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Pregnancy Related Information

Revidox 100mg 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.


Product And Alcohol Interaction

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Revidox 100mg Tablet.


Breast Feeding Related Information

Revidox 100mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Indications

Doxycycline (Oracea) is used only to treat pimples and bumps caused by rosacea. Doxycycline is in a class of medications called tetracycline antibiotics. It works to treat infections by preventing the growth and spread of bacteria.

Interactions

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.


Typical Dosage

Do not chew, crush or break it. Revidox 100mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach. Avoid Revidox 100mg Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.

Storage Requirements

Store below 30°C


Effects Of Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Revidox 100mg 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.


Effects Of Overdose

Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.


Expert Advice

Your doctor has prescribed Revidox 100mg 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 Revidox 100mg 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.


How To Use

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. Revidox 100mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach. Avoid Revidox 100mg Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.


FAQs

Q. Can I drink milk while taking Revidox 100mg Tablet?

No, you should avoid using milk and milk products while taking Revidox 100mg Tablet. Consuming dairy products along with Revidox 100mg Tablet can decrease its absorption from the stomach, which may lead to inadequate affect of this medicine.

Q. How long after taking Revidox 100mg Tablet can I eat?

It is best to wait for 2 hours after consuming Revidox 100mg Tablet. Consuming food along with Revidox 100mg Tablet may decrease its absorption from the stomach.

Q. Can I take Revidox 100mg Tablet with food if its causing stomach upset?

Yes, you can take Revidox 100mg 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 Revidox 100mg Tablet takes to work?

Usually, Revidox 100mg Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.