Doxy Plus is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Doxy Plus has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Doxy Plus depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Doxy Plus also has some side effects, the most common being Sensitive to light. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Doxy Plus can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Doxy Plus are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Doxy Plus is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Doxy Plus has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Doxy Plus related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Doxy Plus contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Doxy Plus with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Doxy Plus, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Doxy Plus 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Doxy Plus is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Doxy Plus safe for pregnant women?
Doxy Plus can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Doxy Plus safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Doxy Plus. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Doxy Plus on the Kidneys?
Using Doxy Plus does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Doxy Plus on the Liver?
Side effects of Doxy Plus rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Doxy Plus on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Doxy Plus for the heart.
Doxy Plus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Doxy Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Doxy Plus habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Doxy Plus.
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 Doxy Plus can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Doxy Plus only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Doxy Plus cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Doxy Plus
Taking Doxy Plus with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxy Plus
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Doxy Plus.
No, you can not buy Doxy Plus 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, Doxy Plus 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.
Yes, Doxy Plus can be taken with prednisolone. It effectively relieves from the ace and skin infection. Doxy Plus helps to prevent infection while prednisolone helps to reduce inflammation.
Doxy Plus 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.
Doxy Plus is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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