DOXYCEN 100 TABLETS Substitute

DOXYCEN 100 TABLETS being an antibiotic prevents the growth of bacterial cells (the bad ones!) by preventing the formation of the outer protein layer of bacteria (cell wall) responsible for bacteria's growth and multiplication. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, i.e. it acts against various bacteria. It is a bacteriostatic antibiotic, i.e. it stops bacteria growth but does not kill them.

No, DOXYCEN 100 TABLETS should not be stopped even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic medication and completing the full course if very necessary, otherwise the infection might re-appear in a more severe form and will also become difficult to treat due to antibiotic resistance.

The expiration date of any drug is the last day the manufacturer takes a guarantee of the full potency of the drug. DOXYCEN 100 TABLETS should not be taken after its expiry date as it can cause kidney damage if taken after its expiry.

If you are taking DOXYCEN 100 TABLETS, avoid taking antacids containing aluminium, calcium or magnesium or other drugs containing these cations; oral zinc, iron salts or bismuth preparations within 2 hours of consumption of DOXYCEN 100 TABLETS as they may affect the absorption of DOXYCEN 100 TABLETS from the stomach. Avoid taking dairy products within 2 hours of taking DOXYCEN 100 TABLETS as they also impair the absorption of DOXYCEN 100 TABLETS.

Acohol may reduce the effect of DOXYCEN 100 TABLETS. It is therefore advisable to avoid drinking any alcohol while you are taking DOXYCEN 100 TABLETS.