Doxycap 100 mg

Indication

Tetracycline antibiotic for the treatment of susceptible bacterial infections including respiratory tract, urogenital tract, skin, and certain sexually transmitted and rickettsial infections; also used for acne and as malaria prophylaxis.

Ingredients

• Doxycycline (as Hyclate) 100 mg per capsule

Direction

For oral use. Refer to the package insert for dosage and other information. Dosage as directed by the physician.

Side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhoea
• abdominal discomfort.
• Photosensitivity (sunburn
• like reaction on sun
• exposed skin).
• Oesophageal irritation or ulceration if not taken with sufficient water.
• Skin rash
• allergic reactions.
• Tooth discolouration in children under 12
• stop use and consult a doctor or pharmacist if a reaction occurs.

Precautions

• Prescription Only Medicine (POM)
• use only under medical supervision.
• Do not use in patients with known hypersensitivity to tetracyclines.
• Avoid in pregnancy
• breastfeeding
• and in children below 12 years (risk of permanent tooth discolouration and impaired bone growth).
• Use with caution in patients with hepatic impairment.
• Source of capsule: Bovine. Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use and stop if irritation or allergy occurs.