DOXYT Tablet 8's

Introduction About DOXYT TABLET

DOXYT TABLET contains Doxycycline which belongs to group of medicines called
Antibiotics. It is used for the management of various bacterial infections like
that of chest, lung or nose (Ex. bronchitis, pneumonia, sinusitis), urinary
tract (Ex. cystitis, urethritis), skin (Ex. acne), eyes or sexually transmitted
diseases (Ex. gonorrhoea, syphilis, chlamydia).

DOXYT TABLET is also used to manage fevers associated with louse or tick bites
and malaria (when chloroquine is ineffective). DOXYT TABLET can also be used to
manage certain infections like scrub typhus (a disease carried by small
insects), Rocky Mountain spotted fever, travellers’ diarrhoea, malaria and
leptospirosis.

Avoid consum
reduce the efficacy of this medicine. Before taking DOXYT TABLET, inform your
doctor if you have myasthenia gravis, systemic lupus erythematosus, liver or
kidney problems, porphyria, diarrhea or suspected syphilis.

DOXYT TABLET is not recommended for use in women who are pregnant, planning to
become pregnant or breast-feeding. DOXYT TABLET should be used in children (8
years of age or less) only if the potential benefits outweigh the risks.

You should avoid exposure to strong sunlight while taking DOXYT TABLET as your
skin may be more sensitive to sunburn than normal. The most common side effects
of taking DOXYT TABLET are nausea, vomiting, joint pain, skin rash, fever,
headache, etc. Consult your doctor if any of the symptoms get worse with time.

Uses Of DOXYT TABLET

It is used to

• manage various bacterial infections like that of chest, lung or nose (Ex. bronchitis, pneumonia, sinusitis), urinary tract (Ex. cystitis, urethritis), skin (Ex. acne), eyes or sexually transmitted diseases (Ex. gonorrhoea, syphilis, chlamydia)
• manage fevers associated with louse or tick bites and malaria (when chloroquine is ineffective)
• prevent certain infections like scrub typhus, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, travellers’ diarrhoea, malaria and leptospirosis

How DOXYT TABLET Works

DOXYT TABLET reduces bacterial infection by blocking protein synthesis of
bacteria and thus managing its growth.

How to use DOXYT TABLET

Take DOXYT TABLET as advised by your physician. Do not crush or chew it. Swallow
with a glass of water. The dose and duration will be determined by your doctor
depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking
DOXYT TABLET unless your doctor advises you to stop.

Side Effects Of DOXYT TABLET

Common

• nausea, vomiting
• worsening of systemic lupus erythematous (allergic condition which causes joint pain, skin rash and fever)
• headache
• pericarditis (inflammation affecting the heart)

Uncommon

• heartburn
• vaginal infection

Rare

• anxiety
• trouble swallowing, sore or painful tongue or mouth
• skin reddening (flushing)
• a buzz or ringing sound in the ear
• pain and itching of the rectal and/or genital area
• inflammation of the bowel
• soft spot-on head of infants
• increased pressure in the head (severe headache with change in vision)
• inflammation and damage to the liver, abnormal liver function tests
• change in color of the thyroid tissue when given for long periods
• nail loosening from the nail bed after sun exposure
• increased blood urea levels
• yellow skin and eyes, inflamed pancreas
• darker patches on your skin

Stop taking DOXYT TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience
any of the following side effects:

• skin sensitivity to light (skin rash, itching, redness or severe sunburn when out in sunlight or after using a sun bed)
• sudden wheeziness, trouble breathing, chest pain, fever, swelling of eyelids, face or lips, rash or itching (especially affecting the whole body)
• serious bowel inflammation (upset stomach, loss of appetite, severe, persistent or bloody diarrhoea associated with stomach pain or fever)
• drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (fever, swollen lymph nodes, skin rash)
• benign intracr
• serious disorder with widespread severe blistering of the skin, mouth, eyes and genitals
• Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction (fever, chills, headache, muscle pain and skin rash that is usually self-limiting)
• inflammation or ulcers of the gullet
• blood disorders (tiredness, easy bruising, infections)
• low blood pressure, increased heart rate
• joint or muscle pain
• stomach pain

How To Manage Side Effects

Nausea and Vomiting:

Take DOXYT TABLET with or just after meals. Avoid eating fried and greasy food.
Take simple, light, small meals at frequent intervals. Drink plenty of fluids
for o

Diarrhea:

Drink plenty of water, fluids and electrolytes such as ORS and stay hydrated. If
symptom persists, contact your doctor.

Headache:

Drink plenty of fluids and stay hydrated. Try to be tension free and relaxed.
Take adequate sleep and rest. Avoid consum
required. If symptom persists, contact your doctor.

Light sensitivity:

Reduce exposure to sunlight. While going out, wear fully covering clothes and
apply sunscreen with high SPF. If symptom persists, contact your doctor.

Skin rashes:

Do not scratch on rashes. Apply mild moisturizers if needed and avoid hot
showers. Take an oatmeal bath. If symptom persists, contact your doctor.

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

DOXYT TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Consult your doctor
before taking it.

!### Breastfeeding

DOXYT TABLET is not recommended for use in breast-feeding women. Consult your
doctor before taking it.

!### Driving and Using Machines

DOXYT TABLET should not affect your ability to drive or use machines. Consult
your doctor for advice.

!### Alcohol

Avoid consum
the efficacy of this medicine.

!### Kidney

DOXYT TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems.
Consult your doctor before taking it.

!### Liver

DOXYT TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver problems.
Consult your doctor before taking it.

!### Allergy

Do not take DOXYT TABLET if you are allergic to doxycycline, minocycline,
tetracycline or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. Consult your
doctor before taking it.

Others

Before taking DOXYT TABLET, inform your doctor if you:

• are likely to be exposed to strong sunlight or UV light (Ex. on a sun bed)
• have myasthenia gravis (disease which causes unusual tiredness and weakness of certain muscles, particularly in the eyelid)
• have porphyria (rare blood disease)
• have or had systemic lupus erythematosus (an immune system disease that causes joint pain, skin rashes and fever)
• are suspected to have syphilis
• have diarrhoea or usually get diarrhoea after taking antibiotics
• have stomach or bowel problems
• are about to have any operation or dental surgery

Use in Pediatrics:

DOXYT TABLET should be used in children (8 years of age or less) only if the
potential benefits outweigh the risks. Consult your child’s doctor for advice.

Use in Geriatrics:

DOXYT TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (75 years and
older). Consult your doctor before taking it.

Interactions

A. Drug - Drug interactions:

Before taking DOXYT TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the
following medicines:

• medicines used to manage or manage acidity (Ex. aluminium hydroxide, magnesium carbonate, calcium carbonate)
• bismuth subsalicylate (used to manage diarrhoea)
• iron preparations, oral zinc (used to manage anemia)
• medicines used to manage mood disorders and depression (Ex. phenobarbitone, pentobarbital)
• medicines used to manage fits (Ex. phenytoin, carbamazepine)
• medicines used to manage blood clots (Ex. warfarin, hydroxycoumarin)
• medicine used to manage pregnancy (Ex. ethinylestradiol, norethindrone)
• penicillin (used to manage bacterial infection)
• ciclosporin (used to alter the body’s immune response)
• medicines used to make you feel insensitive of pain (Ex. midazolam, desflurane)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of DOXYT TABLET, consult your
doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Doxycycline
Pharmacological Category	:	Tetracyclines
Therapeutic Indication	:	Bacterial infections in different parts of body
Dosage Forms	:	Injection, Combipack injection, Tablet, Capsule

More Information

• Keep DOXYT TABLET out of reach of children
• Store below 25°C

FAQs About DOXYT TABLET

Can DOXYT TABLET cause diarrhea?

Diarrhea is a common problem caused by DOXYT TABLET, which usually ends when the
medicine is discontinued. Sometimes after starting the management, you might
develop watery and bloody stools (with or without stomach cramps and fever) even
as late as two or more months after having taken the last dose of DOXYT TABLET.
If this occurs, you should tell the doctor as soon as possible.

Can DOXYT TABLET be used for common cold?

Patients should know that antibacterial drugs including DOXYT TABLET should only
be used to manage bacterial infections. They should not be used to manage viral
infections like the common cold. Consult your doctor for further queries.

Can I stop taking DOXYT TABLET if I feel better?

Do not stop taking DOXYT TABLET unless your doctor advises you to stop. If you
stop taking it early, the infection may return. Take DOXYT TABLET for the full
time of management, even if you begin to feel better.

What if I forget to take a dose of DOXYT TABLET?

If you forget to take a dose of DOXYT TABLET, take it as soon as you remember.
Do not take DOXYT TABLET two times to make up for the missed dose. Doubling the
dose to make up for a missed dose would not substitute the missing amount but
increase the risk of overdosing. Consult your doctor for further queries.

Does DOXYT TABLET cause sensitivity to light?

Yes. Photosensitivity (light sensitivity) m
reaction has been observed in some patients taking DOXYT TABLET. Patients prone
to be exposed to direct sunlight or ultraviolet light should know that this
reaction can occur with DOXYT TABLET or similar medicines and management should
be discontinued at the first evidence of skin redness.

Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Complete Blood Count
• Peripheral Smear Test