Doxiem Capsule

Composition of Doxiem Capsule

Doxiem Capsule contains Doxycycline (100mg) + Lactic Acid Bacillus (5Billion Spores). It belongs to the Antibacterial agent and Gut protective / probiotic class of medicines.

Uses of Doxiem Capsule

Doxiem-LB Capsule is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

Key benefits

• Targets infections that other antibiotic groups do not reach
• Helps the gut recover after an infection or antibiotics
• Generally well tolerated

How Doxiem Capsule works

Doxiem-LB Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Doxycycline and Lactobacillus. Doxycycline is an antibiotic which stops bacterial growth by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by the bacteria to carry out vital functions. Lactobacillus is a live microorganism which restores the balance of good bacteria in the intestine that may get upset with antibiotic use or due to intestinal infections.

How to take Doxiem Capsule

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. Doxiem-LB Capsule is to be taken with food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting, severe loose motions and nerve symptoms. It may cause bloating and loose motions. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Doxiem Capsule

Most side effects of Doxiem are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Nausea
• Metallic taste
• Loose motions
• Stomach pain
• Headache
• Bloating
• Flatulence
• Stomach discomfort
• Constipation

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Doxiem Capsule

Warnings and precautions

Finish the whole course even after you feel better. Do not drink any alcohol while taking metronidazole, ornidazole or tinidazole, or for the period after the course that your doctor states — the combination causes severe flushing, vomiting and a racing heart. Report severe or watery loose motions during or after the course rather than treating them yourself. Tetracyclines stain developing teeth and are avoided in young children and in pregnancy. Antibiotics do not work against colds, flu or most sore throats, which are caused by viruses. Loose motions with high fever, blood in the stool or severe abdominal pain need a doctor, not a home remedy. Oral rehydration salts and fluids matter more than any medicine when you have loose motions — dehydration is the real danger, especially in children and older people. Take a probiotic a couple of hours apart from an antibiotic so the antibiotic does not simply kill it. Do not use an anti-motility medicine such as loperamide if you have a fever or blood in the stool.

Do not take Doxiem if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Probiotics are used with caution in people whose immune system is significantly suppressed.

Interactions with other medicines

Antacids, iron, zinc and calcium reduce the absorption of tetracyclines — separate them by a couple of hours. Tell your doctor if you take a blood thinner. Antibiotics reduce the effect of probiotics taken at the same time.

How to store Doxiem Capsule

Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight. Some probiotic preparations ask to be refrigerated — follow the pack. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Doxiem Capsule

<div class="style__desktop-container___1hcBT"><div class="style__desktop-video___2GTR9"><div class="styles__video-img___1rCzR"><div class=""/><div class=""/></div></div><div><div><div><div><div class="ExpertAdviceItem__content___1Djk2"><ul><li>Your doctor has prescribed Doxiem-LB Capsule to cure your infection and improve symptoms.</li> <li>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.</li> <li>Take it with food and plenty of fluids to avoid an upset stomach and acid reflux.</li> <li>Take it while you are sitting or standing, to prevent any throat irritation. Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking this medicine.</li> <li>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.</li> <li>Discontinue the medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.</li> <li>Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

YAHER PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

Antibiotic and Gastrointestinal agent

Drug class:

Antibacterial agent and Gut protective / probiotic