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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Biodoxi-LB Capsule is used to treat bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, respiratory infections, eye infections, gum infections, and sexually transmitted infections (like gonorrhoea and syphilis). It contains Doxycycline and Lactobacillus, which kills the bacteria and helps restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and stomach upset. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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About Biodoxi-LB Capsule

Biodoxi-LB Capsule is used to treat bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, respiratory infections, eye infections, gum infections, and sexually transmitted infections (like gonorrhoea and syphilis). Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Biodoxi-LB Capsule does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

Biodoxi-LB Capsule contains Doxycycline and Lactobacillus. Doxycycline prevents the synthesis of essential proteins which are necessary for the survival of the bacteria, thereby killing the bacteria. Lactobacillus is a microorganism that helps restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut, which may have gotten upset due to infections or antibiotic use. Together, Biodoxi-LB Capsule helps in treating bacterial infections.

Take Biodoxi-LB Capsule as prescribed. You are advised to take Biodoxi-LB Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and stomach upset. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Consult your doctor before taking Biodoxi-LB Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption as it might affect the working of Biodoxi-LB Capsule . Biodoxi-LB Capsule may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects.

Uses of Biodoxi-LB Capsule

Treatment of Bacterial infections.

Directions for Use

Swallow the medicine as a whole with water; do not chew or crush it.

Medicinal Benefits

Biodoxi-LB Capsule contains Doxycycline and Lactobacillus. Biodoxi-LB Capsule is used to treat bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, respiratory infections, eye infections, gum infections, and sexually transmitted infections (like gonorrhoea, and syphilis). Doxycycline prevents the synthesis of essential proteins which are necessary for the survival of the bacteria. Thus, it kills the bacteria. Lactobacillus is a microorganism that helps restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut, which may have gotten upset due to infections or antibiotic use. Together, Biodoxi-LB Capsule helps in treating bacterial infections.

How Biodoxi-LB Capsule Works

Biodoxi-LB Capsule contains Doxycycline and Lactobacillus. Doxycycline prevents the synthesis of essential proteins which are necessary for the survival of the bacteria, thereby killing the bacteria. Lactobacillus is a microorganism that helps restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut, which may have gotten upset due to infections or antibiotic use. Together, Biodoxi-LB Capsule helps in treating bacterial infections.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Biodoxi-LB Capsule

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Biodoxi-LB Capsule as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Biodoxi-LB Capsule if you are allergic to any of the contents. Avoid taking Biodoxi-LB Capsule on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Inform your doctor if you have myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness/tiredness), porphyria (genetic disease of blood pigments), kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking Biodoxi-LB Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption as it might affect the working of Biodoxi-LB Capsule . Biodoxi-LB Capsule may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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DoxycyclineIsotretinoin
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DoxycyclineAcitretin
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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DoxycyclineIsotretinoin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Biodoxi-LB Capsule:
Taking isotretinoin with Biodoxi-LB Capsule may increase the risk of a rare condition called pseudotumor cerebri (increased pressure in the brain).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking isotretinoin and Biodoxi-LB Capsule together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as headache, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
DoxycyclineAcitretin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Biodoxi-LB Capsule:
Coadministration of Acitretin with Biodoxi-LB Capsule can increase the risk and severity of vision problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acitretin with Biodoxi-LB Capsule together is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience headaches, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
DoxycyclineEtretinate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Biodoxi-LB Capsule:
Taking Biodoxi-LB Capsule with etretinate may increase the risk of vision problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Etretinate with Biodoxi-LB Capsule is not recommended, but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience headache, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
DoxycyclineTretinoin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Biodoxi-LB Capsule:
Coadministration of Tretinoin with Biodoxi-LB Capsule can increase the risk of side effects like vision problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tretinoin with Biodoxi-LB Capsule is generally avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden headache, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
DoxycyclineMipomersen
Severe
How does the drug interact with Biodoxi-LB Capsule:
Taking Biodoxi-LB Capsule with mipomersen may increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Biodoxi-LB Capsule with Mipomersen can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as joint pain or swelling, skin rash, itching, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, light stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting a doctor.
DoxycyclineFerrous fumarate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Biodoxi-LB Capsule:
Taking Biodoxi-LB Capsule with ferrous fumarate can reduce the levels and effects of Biodoxi-LB Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking ferrous fumarate and Biodoxi-LB Capsule possibly results in an interaction, they can be taken together as advised by your doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
DoxycyclineSodium citrate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Biodoxi-LB Capsule:
Coadministration of Sodium Citrate with Biodoxi-LB Capsule can reduce the effectiveness of Biodoxi-LB Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Sodium Citrate with Biodoxi-LB Capsule can possibly result in decreased efficacy, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. It is advised to separate sodium citrate and Biodoxi-LB Capsule by three to four hours. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
DoxycyclineRetinol (vit a)
Severe
How does the drug interact with Biodoxi-LB Capsule:
Taking vitamin A with Biodoxi-LB Capsule may increase the risk of vision problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Retinol (vitamin A) together with Biodoxi-LB Capsule can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting your doctor.
DoxycyclineKetoconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Biodoxi-LB Capsule:
Coadministration of Ketoconazole and Biodoxi-LB Capsule may increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Biodoxi-LB Capsule with Ketoconazole can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as joint pain or swelling, skin rash, itching, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, light stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting a doctor.
DoxycyclineLomitapide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Biodoxi-LB Capsule:
Coadministration of lomitapide with Biodoxi-LB Capsule can increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Biodoxi-LB Capsule and Lomitapide, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact your doctor if you experience fever, chills, joint pain, swelling, skin rash, itching, feeling tired, feeling sick, stomach ache, and dark urine. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.

  • Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.

  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.

  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.

Habit Forming

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Therapeutic Class

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Biodoxi-LB Capsule as it may affect the working of Biodoxi-LB Capsule .

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor before taking Biodoxi-LB Capsule ; your doctor will decide whether Biodoxi-LB Capsule can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Biodoxi-LB Capsule may cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

Biodoxi-LB Capsule should be given to children only if prescribed by the doctor. Biodoxi-LB Capsule contains doxycycline, which may lead to permanent discolouration of teeth if used in children below 8 years/during the period of tooth development.

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FAQs

Biodoxi-LB Capsule is used to treat bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, respiratory infections, eye infections, gum infections, and sexually transmitted infections.

Biodoxi-LB Capsule contains Doxycycline and Lactobacillus. Doxycycline prevents the synthesis of essential proteins which are necessary for the survival of the bacteria, thereby kills the bacteria. Lactobacillus is a microorganism that helps in restoring the balance of good bacteria in the gut, which may have gotten upset due to infections or antibiotic use. Together, Biodoxi-LB Capsule helps in treating bacterial infections.

Biodoxi-LB Capsule is unlikely to cause diarrhoea as it contains lactobacillus, a friendly bacteria. Lactobacillus is a probiotic which helps in restoring the balance of good bacteria in the gut, which may have gotten upset due to infections or the use of antibiotics. Thereby helps in preventing diarrhoea.

It is recommended to complete the course of Biodoxi-LB Capsule even if you feel better, as it is an antibiotic. Leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance).

Avoid taking iron supplements, calcium supplements, multivitamins, laxatives or antacids along with Biodoxi-LB Capsule . Maintain a gap of two hours between Biodoxi-LB Capsule and other medicines. However, consult your doctor before taking Biodoxi-LB Capsule with other medicines.

Biodoxi-LB Capsule contains doxycycline, which might make you sunburn more easily. Wear protective clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen whilst going outside.

You should avoid drinking milk while taking Biodoxi-LB Capsule , as it can reduce the absorption of the medicine. However, contact a doctor if you have any concerns.

Store in a cool and dry place as advised on the label. Protect from light. Keep it out of reach from children.

You are recommended to wait at least 2 hours after taking Biodoxi-LB Capsule before eating, as consuming food may reduce its absorption. Therefore, take it as advised by your doctor.

Biodoxi-LB Capsule causes side effects such as nausea, vomiting, stomach upset and loss of appetite. Most of these side effects will reduce over time and do not require any medical attention. Contact a doctor if these side effects continues for longer.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Zydus Tower, Satellite Cross Roads,Ahmedabad – 380015 Gujarat, India.
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