Doxylab Strip Of 8 Capsules

Doxylab capsule is a combination of doxycycline and ambroxol. This capsule helps in treating various bacterial infections of the respiratory tract. It also helps in expelling out the thick mucus by thinning and loosening it.

You may experience some common side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain and loss of appetite in taking this capsule. Please inform your doctor if you experience any other side effect than these. Doxylab can increase your sensitivity to light thus do not expose yourself much to the sunlight.

Talk to your doctor about your health conditions before taking this capsule.

Dosage

Overdose

• It is always advised that you should take the medicine as recommended by your doctor. In case you take more than recommended dosage you make experience unwanted effects like nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting, difficulty in breathing, chest pain, fever, swelling of eyelids, face or lips, rash or itching (especially affecting the whole body). Please contact your doctor or nearest hospital immediately if you feel you have taken more than recommended medicine.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking any dose of this medicine then take it as soon as you remember. If it's already time for the next dose then skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing schedule. Make sure you have a sufficient gap between two doses.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Doxycycline belongs to the group of tetracycline antibiotic that works by interfering and disrupting the process of proteins essential for the growth and multiplication of the bacteria. Ambroxol is a mucolytic agent that helps in breaking down the fibres of the mucous which helps in thinning and loosening the mucous, facilitating its removal from the respiratory system

Directions for Use

• Take the Doxylab capsule in dose and duration as directed by your doctor.
• Do not break or crush the capsule.
• Do not consume the medicine if it has passed its expiry date.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Doxylab capsule during pregnancy?

No, you should not take Doxylab capsule while you are pregnant as it may harm the developing baby.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Doxylab capsule while breastfeeding?

No, you should not take Doxylab capsule while you are in the breastfeeding phase as the active ingredients may pass to the newborn through the milk and cause undesired effects.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Doxylab capsule?

This capsule is not known to interfere with the ability of driving, but if you are experience nausea, uneasiness, blurred vision then it is advised that you should not drive or perform any activity that might require mental alertness.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Doxylab capsule?

It is recommended that you should not consume alcohol if you are on Doxylab capsule as alcohol may reduce the effectiveness of this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• You are allergic to the active ingredient doxycycline and/or ambroxol.
• you have kidney or liver problems.
• You have myasthenia gravis (a disease that causes unusual tiredness and weakness of certain muscles, particularly in the eyelid).
• You are suffering from a blood disorder (porphyria).
• You are suffering from a disease of the immune system (systemic lupus erythematosus).
• You are suffering from a bacterial infection to the genitals (syphilis).
• You are suffering from ulcers in the stomach and intestine.
• You are prone to experience diarrhoea after taking antibiotics.
• You experience severe diarrhoea after taking Doxylab capsule.
• You are suffering from a rare skin disorder (Stevens-Johnson syndrome).
• You are likely to be exposed to sunlight for a long period of time as this capsule can increase your sensitivity to light.

Contraindications

If you are allergic to the active ingredient doxycycline and/or Ambroxol. If you have a history of gastric ulcers. If you are suffering from a rare skin disorder (stevens-Johnson syndrome).

Side effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhoea
• Loss of appetite
• Itching of the genitals (vagina/ rectum)
• Increased sensitivity to light

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Concomitant use of Doxylab capsule along with antacids (containing magnesium, aluminium), iron preparations, calcium supplements, oral zinc or bismuth. carbamazepine, phenytoin (medicines used to control fits and brain disorder) and barbiturates (used to control fits and have a calming effect on the mind), as these medicines reduce the effect of Doxylab capsule.
• Doxylab capsule contain doxycycline which can increase the action of blood thinners like warfarin thus both must be used together with caution.
• Doxylab capsule contain doxycycline that decreases the effectiveness of medicines like birth control pills and penicillin antibiotics like amoxicillin, ampicillin, dicloxacillin, oxacillin (used to treat infections) hence coadministration should be done carefully
• Doxylab capsule decrease the elimination of medicines used to modify the body's immune system (ciclosporin), thus inform your doctor before taking these medicines together.
• Concomitant use of Doxylab capsule and derivatives of vitamin A (oral retinoids) should be done carefully as you may experience increased pressure in the skull causing headache and blurred vision.
• Discuss with your doctor about any other medicine, herbal preparation and supplements you are taking currently to avoid any possible drug interactions.

Storage and disposal

Store the medicine at room temperature (at 25° C) away from heat and light. Keep away from children and pets. Dispose of any unused medicine or any medicine that has passed its expiry date.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I stop taking Doxylab capsule once my complaints reduce?

No, it is advised that you should continue taking the entire course of medicine as prescribed by your doctor even if your condition gets better as abruptly stopping the medicine may lead to an increased risk of re-infection.

I experience diarrhoea on taking this medicine is it normal?

Yes, as Doxylab capsule contains doxycycline that is an antibiotic it tends to destroy the good bacteria in the body that help in digestion along with the infection-causing bacteria. Thus, one may experience diarrhoea after taking this capsule. In case if you experience severe watery diarrhoea along with fever and stomach pain please consult your doctor immediately.

Why am I told to properly cover myself before stepping out in the sun while I am on Doxylab capsule?

Doxylab capsule increases your sensitivity to light, hence you are advised not to expose yourself much to sunlight. In case you do so it is recommended that you cover yourself and use sunscreen to protect yourself from sunlight.

Should I take this capsule after or before food?

This capsule can be taken before or after the food as instructed by your doctor. Take the medicine at the same time every day for better results. Drink plenty of fluids while taking this medicine.

Is Doxylab tablet a steroid?

No, Doxylab is an antibiotic medicine that helps in treating various bacterial infections of the respiratory tract. It also helps in expelling out the thick mucus by thinning and loosening it.

When should I take Doxylab capsule?

Doxylab capsule should be taken exactly as directed by your doctor. It can be taken with food or after your meals. But it should be taken regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time will reduce the chances of missing the dose and it will also help you to get optimum results.

What are the uses of Doxylab tablet?

Doxylab tablet uses are to treat various acute and chronic respiratory system-related disorders, especially with thick mucus (bronchitis, and other inflammatory conditions of the nasal tissues).