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Doxypal, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Capsule. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Doxypal has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Doxypal depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Doxypal also has some side effects, the most common being Sensitive to light. While these are the most often observed Doxypal side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Doxypal go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Doxypal is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Doxypal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Doxypal have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Doxypal have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Doxypal, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Doxypal 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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Is the use of Doxypal safe for pregnant women?
Doxypal has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Doxypal without medical advice.
Is the use of Doxypal safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Doxypal. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Doxypal on the Kidneys?
Doxypal is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Doxypal on the Liver?
Doxypal has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Doxypal on the Heart?
Using Doxypal does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Doxypal 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 Doxypal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Doxypal habit forming or addictive?
Doxypal is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Doxypal you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Doxypal only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Doxypal in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Doxypal
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Doxypal to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxypal
Information about the interaction of Doxypal and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Avoid taking Doxypal with contraceptive pill because medicine can decrease the effects of the contraceptive pill. Keep your doctor informed before taking them together. Try other methods of contraception such as condoms, barrier methods to avoid unwanted pregnancies.
Doxypal 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.
Yes, Doxypal is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
No, you can not buy Doxypal 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.
Doxypal 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Doryx® (doxycycline hyclate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 829
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1191-1193