Laa Capsule

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Laa Capsule

10 Capsule in 1 Strip
₹ 52
10 CAPSULE | 1 Strip
₹ 52
146 people have bought this recently

Laa Information

Laa is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Laa have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Laa. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Laa also has some side effects, the most common being Sensitive to light. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Laa as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Laa 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.

In addition, Laa's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Laa related warnings talks about Laa's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Laa contraindications section.

Besides this, Laa may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Laa, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Laa Benefits & Uses

Laa is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Laa Dosage & How to Take

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
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Male)
  • Disease: Urethritis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Cervicitis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Anthrax
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2.2 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 months
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Laa Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Laa safe for pregnant women?


    Laa has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Laa without medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Laa safe during breastfeeding?


    Taking Laa may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Laa should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Laa on the Kidneys?


    There are no side effects of Laa on the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Laa on the Liver?


    Laa has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Laa on the Heart?


    Laa is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Laa with Other Drugs

Laa should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Mild



Laa Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Laa unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Laa

  • Is this Laa habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Laa.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Laa you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Laa only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Laa is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Laa Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Laa


    When consumed with certain foods, Laa may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Laa


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Laa with alcohol.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Laa

Question about 5 years ago

Does Laa cause nausea & vomiting?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Laa can cause nausea & vomiting. It is one of the most common side effects of this drug. If you experience nausea & vomiting after taking this medicine, take plenty of fluid and keep your self-hydrated. If you feel severe nausea & vomiting after consuming this drug please inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Laa cause stomach upset?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Laa can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Laa with paracetamol?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Laa can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Laa on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Laa in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Laa with milk?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

No, Laa should not be taken with milk because it delays the absorption drug by chelate formation with calcium which contains in milk.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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

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