Biodoxi 100 Capsule is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in some infections of the lungs, urinary tract, eyes, and others. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection. It may also be used for the treatment of severe acne.
Biodoxi 100 Capsule is best taken either 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back.
Ordinaryly seen side effects seen with this medicine include vomiting, nausea, and diarrhea. These are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if you find these side effects bother or worry you.
Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy to any antibiotic before taking this medicine. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using it. It may blur your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Biodoxi 100 Capsule is to be taken empty stomach. Avoid Biodoxi 100 Capsule with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Ordinary side effects of Biodoxi
Vomiting
Nausea
Photosensitivity
Rash
Anaphylactic reaction
Headache
Rapid heart rate
Hypotension (low blood pressure)
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Biodoxi 100 Capsule.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Biodoxi 100 Capsule 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Biodoxi 100 Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Biodoxi 100 Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. Visual disturbances such as blurring of vision may occur during treatment with doxycycline.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Biodoxi 100 Capsule is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Biodoxi 100 Capsule is recommended. However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Biodoxi 100 Capsule is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Biodoxi 100 Capsule is recommended.
FAQs:
Q. Can I drink milk while taking Biodoxi 100 Capsule?
No, you should avoid using milk and milk products while taking Biodoxi 100 Capsule. Consuming dairy products along with Biodoxi 100 Capsule can decrease its absorption from the stomach, which may lead to inadequate affect of this medicine.
Q. How long after taking Biodoxi 100 Capsule can I eat?
It is best to wait for 2 hours after consuming Biodoxi 100 Capsule. Consuming food along with Biodoxi 100 Capsule may decrease its absorption from the stomach.
Q. Can I take Biodoxi 100 Capsule with food if its causing stomach upset?
Affirmative, you can take Biodoxi 100 Capsule with food if its causing you stomach upset. However, avoid consuming milk and milk products 1 hr before and 2 hr after taking this medicine.
Q. How long does Biodoxi 100 Capsule takes to work?
Usually, Biodoxi 100 Capsule starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Q. Can the use of Biodoxi 100 Capsule cause diarrhea?
Affirmative, the use of Biodoxi 100 Capsule can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
Q. Can Biodoxi 100 Capsule be used in children?
According to the updated guidelines (2018) from American Academy of Pediatrics, Biodoxi 100 Capsule can be used in children of all ages for less than 21 days.
Q. Does Biodoxi 100 Capsule works in acne?
Affirmative, Biodoxi 100 Capsule is one of the most commonly prescribed oral antibiotics, which is used in the treatment of acne. It reduces the number of bacteria that causes acne on the skin.
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