Introduction

Uses of Doxy A

Bacterial infections

Side effects of Doxy A

Vomiting
Nausea
Diarrhea

How to use Doxy A

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Doxy A is to be taken empty stomach. \nAvoid Doxy A with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.

How Doxy A works

Doxy A is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Quick Tips

Your doctor has prescribed Doxy A to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
Take it with food and plenty of water to avoid stomach upset.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
Take it while you are sitting or standing, to prevent any throat irritation. Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking Doxy A.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Avoid excessive sun exposure and use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Doxy A.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Doxy A is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Doxy A is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
UNSAFE – Driving: Doxy A may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. \nVisual disturbances such as blurring of vision may occur during treatment with doxycycline.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Kidney: Doxy A is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Doxy A is recommended.\nHowever, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Liver: Doxy A is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Doxy A is recommended.