Revidox 100mg Tablet 4'S

Introduction About REVIDOX 100MG TABLET

REVIDOX 100MG 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).

REVIDOX 100MG TABLET is also used to manage fevers associated with louse or tick
bites and malaria (when chloroquine is ineffective). REVIDOX 100MG 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
may reduce the efficacy of this medicine. Before taking REVIDOX 100MG TABLET,
inform your doctor if you have myasthenia gravis, systemic lupus erythematosus,
liver or kidney problems, porphyria, diarrhea or suspected syphilis.

REVIDOX 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use in women who are pregnant,
planning to become pregnant or breast-feeding. REVIDOX 100MG 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 REVIDOX 100MG TABLET
as your skin may be more sensitive to sunburn than normal. The most common side
effects of taking REVIDOX 100MG 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 REVIDOX 100MG 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 REVIDOX 100MG TABLET Works

REVIDOX 100MG TABLET reduces bacterial infection by blocking protein synthesis
of bacteria and thus managing its growth.

How to use REVIDOX 100MG TABLET

Take REVIDOX 100MG 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 REVIDOX 100MG TABLET unless your doctor advises you to stop.

Side Effects Of REVIDOX 100MG 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 REVIDOX 100MG 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 REVIDOX 100MG 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

REVIDOX 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Consult your
doctor before taking it.

!### Breastfeeding

REVIDOX 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use in breast-feeding women. Consult
your doctor before taking it.

!### Driving and Using Machines

REVIDOX 100MG TABLET should not affect your ability to drive or use machines.
Consult your doctor for advice.

!### Alcohol

Avoid consum
reduce the efficacy of this medicine.

!### Kidney

REVIDOX 100MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney
problems. Consult your doctor before taking it.

!### Liver

REVIDOX 100MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver
problems. Consult your doctor before taking it.

!### Allergy

Do not take REVIDOX 100MG 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 REVIDOX 100MG 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:

REVIDOX 100MG 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:

REVIDOX 100MG 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 REVIDOX 100MG 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 REVIDOX 100MG 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 REVIDOX 100MG TABLET out of reach of children
• Store below 25°C

FAQs About REVIDOX 100MG TABLET

Can REVIDOX 100MG TABLET cause diarrhea?

Diarrhea is a common problem caused by REVIDOX 100MG 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
REVIDOX 100MG TABLET. If this occurs, you should tell the doctor as soon as
possible.

Can REVIDOX 100MG TABLET be used for common cold?

Patients should know that antibacterial drugs including REVIDOX 100MG 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 REVIDOX 100MG TABLET if I feel better?

Do not stop taking REVIDOX 100MG TABLET unless your doctor advises you to stop.
If you stop taking it early, the infection may return. Take REVIDOX 100MG TABLET
for the full time of management, even if you begin to feel better.

What if I forget to take a dose of REVIDOX 100MG TABLET?

If you forget to take a dose of REVIDOX 100MG TABLET, take it as soon as you
remember. Do not take REVIDOX 100MG 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 REVIDOX 100MG TABLET cause sensitivity to light?

Yes. Photosensitivity (light sensitivity) m
reaction has been observed in some patients taking REVIDOX 100MG TABLET.
Patients prone to be exposed to direct sunlight or ultraviolet light should know
that this reaction can occur with REVIDOX 100MG 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