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Doxyplus-LB Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, respiratory infections, eye infections, gum infections, and sexually transmitted infections.

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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
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More about the Product

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Symbiosis Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Doxyplus-LB Tablet

Doxyplus-LB Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections in the urinary tract, intestine, lungs, eye infections, gum infections, and sexually transmitted infections (like gonorrhoea and syphilis). Bacterial infections are caused by the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body.

Doxyplus-LB Tablet contains Doxycycline and Lactic acid bacillus. Doxycycline prevents the synthesis of essential proteins, thereby killing the bacteria. Lactic acid bacteria are microorganisms that help restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut.

In some cases, you may experience common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and stomach upset. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention. Talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the components in Doxyplus-LB Tablet . Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Doxyplus-LB Tablet may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Let your doctor know about your medicines to rule out side effects/interactions.

Uses of Doxyplus-LB Tablet

Doxyplus-LB Tablet is used in the treatment of Bacterial infections. Doxyplus-LB Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Doxyplus-LB Tablet are as follows:

  • Bacterial Infections: Doxyplus-LB Tablet is commonly used to treat various bacterial infections, including respiratory tract infections, skin infections, and urinary tract infections.
  • Sexually Transmitted Infections: Doxyplus-LB Tablet is also prescribed for the treatment of certain sexually transmitted infections, such as chlamydia and syphilis.

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Directions for Use

  • Doxyplus-LB Tablet can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
  • Swallow Doxyplus-LB Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not chew, crush, or break it.

Key Benefits

  • Doxycycline aids in the destruction of germs that cause urinary, cutaneous, and respiratory infections.
  • Lactic Acid Bacillus is a probiotic that helps keep gut flora healthy while taking antibiotics.
  • Enhances gut health by reestablishing normal intestinal flora that medications may have disrupted.
  • The probiotic helps lessen adverse symptoms like indigestion, bloating, and diarrhea.
  • The combination helps the body heal more rapidly by treating infection and safeguarding the digestive system.

How Doxyplus-LB Tablet Works

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

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Doxyplus-LB Tablet
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
  • Inform your doctor if you experience severe symptoms, such as difficulty breathing, chest pain, or severe headache, your doctor may adjust your treatment plan, which could include changing your medication, adding new medications, or offering advice on managing your symptoms.
  • Take antiviral medications as prescribed by your healthcare provider to help manage symptoms.
  • Practice good hygiene, including frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with others, and avoiding sharing utensils or personal items.
  • Avoid irritants, such as spicy or acidic foods, that can increase respiratory symptoms.
  • Eat nutritious foods, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins, to help support your immune system.
  • Get plenty of rest and sleep.
  • Keep your body warm.
  • Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
  • Avoid strenuous activities.
  • Maintain good hygiene to prevent flu from spreading.
Here are the step-by-step strategies to manage the side effects of "indigestion" caused by medication usage:
  • Take medications with food (if recommended): It can help prevent stomach distress and indigestion.
  • Eat smaller, more frequent meals: Divide daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to ease digestion.
  • Avoid trigger foods: Identify and avoid foods that trigger indigestion, such as spicy, fatty, or acidic foods.
  • Stay upright after eating: Sit or stand upright for at least 1-2 hours after eating to prevent stomach acid from flowing into the oesophagus.
  • Avoid carbonated drinks: Avoid drinking carbonated beverages, such as soda or beer, which can worsen indigestion.
  • Manage stress: To alleviate indigestion, engage in stress-reducing activities like deep breathing exercises or meditation.
  • Consult a doctor if needed: If indigestion worsens or persists, consult a healthcare professional to adjust the medication regimen or explore alternative treatments.
  • You can take your medicine with meals to lower the chances of getting stomach pain.
  • Avoid foods that are acidic, spicy, sugary, or greasy.
  • Eat foods that are easily digestible such as rice, toast, and bananas.
  • Eat your meals in smaller amounts throughout the day to prevent strain on your stomach and digestion.
  • Drink water or fluids to stay hydrated and prevent stomach upset.
  • Use a heating pad or massage your stomach area.
  • Engage in mild physical activities such as yoga and walking.

What if I have taken an overdose of Doxyplus-LB Tablet

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

Drug Warnings

  • Do not take Doxyplus-LB Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components.

  • Avoid taking Doxyplus-LB Tablet 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 (a genetic disease of blood pigments), and kidney or liver problems.

  • Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

  • Avoid alcohol consumption as it may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving.

  • Doxyplus-LB Tablet contains doxycycline, which may lead to permanent discolouration of teeth if used in children below 8 years/during the period of tooth development.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Doxyplus-LB Tablet:
Taking isotretinoin with Doxyplus-LB Tablet 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 Doxyplus-LB Tablet 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.
How does the drug interact with Doxyplus-LB Tablet:
Coadministration of Acitretin with Doxyplus-LB Tablet can increase the risk and severity of vision problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acitretin with Doxyplus-LB Tablet 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.
How does the drug interact with Doxyplus-LB Tablet:
Coadministration of Tretinoin with Doxyplus-LB Tablet can increase the risk of side effects like vision problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tretinoin with Doxyplus-LB Tablet 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.
DoxycyclineEtretinate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Doxyplus-LB Tablet:
Taking Doxyplus-LB Tablet with etretinate may increase the risk of vision problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Etretinate with Doxyplus-LB Tablet 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.
How does the drug interact with Doxyplus-LB Tablet:
Coadministration of Sodium Citrate with Doxyplus-LB Tablet can reduce the effectiveness of Doxyplus-LB Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Sodium Citrate with Doxyplus-LB Tablet can possibly result in decreased efficacy, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. It is advised to separate sodium citrate and Doxyplus-LB Tablet by three to four hours. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
DoxycyclineMagnesium lactate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Doxyplus-LB Tablet:
Magnesium lactate reduces the absorption and effectiveness of Doxyplus-LB Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Doxyplus-LB Tablet with Magnesium lactate can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together as advised by your doctor. It is recommended to take Doxyplus-LB Tablet 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking magnesium lactate. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Doxyplus-LB Tablet:
Co-administration of amoxicillin with Doxyplus-LB Tablet may reduce the therapeutic effect of amoxicillin.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Amoxicillin and Doxyplus-LB Tablet, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Doxyplus-LB Tablet:
Coadministration of Ketoconazole and Doxyplus-LB Tablet may increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Doxyplus-LB Tablet 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.
How does the drug interact with Doxyplus-LB Tablet:
Taking vitamin A with Doxyplus-LB Tablet may increase the risk of vision problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Retinol (vitamin A) together with Doxyplus-LB Tablet 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.
DoxycyclineAminolevulinic acid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Doxyplus-LB Tablet:
Co-administration of aminolevulinic acid with Doxyplus-LB Tablet may increase the risk of sunburn.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Doxyplus-LB Tablet with Aminolevulinic acid can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you notice that your skin is very sensitive to sunlight or if you have a sunburn, it's important to contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Diet

  • Avoid taking milk or dairy items at the same time as doxycycline since this could decrease its absorption.
  • To prevent stomach upset, choose simple foods like grains, fruits, vegetables, and soups.
  • Drinking enough water helps the medication function properly and avoids discomfort of the stomach or throat.
  • Meals that promote good digestion and gut flora include curd and fermented foods.

Lifestyle changes

  • Wear sunscreen or protective clothes because doxycycline may increase your skin's sensitivity to sunlight.
  • Good hygiene can stop bacterial diseases from spreading or getting worse.
  • Getting enough sleep boosts the immune system and speeds up the body's recovery from infection.

Hygiene tips

  • To stop the transmission of infection, wash your hands often.
  • To prevent bacterial growth, take frequent baths and keep skin clean and dry.
  • To avoid stomach infections, eat properly cooked food and drink clean water.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIBIOTICS]

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Doxyplus-LB Tablet as it may affect the working of Doxyplus-LB Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

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

Consult your doctor

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

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Driving

Caution

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

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Liver

Consult your doctor

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

Consult your doctor

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

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Children

Consult your doctor

Doxyplus-LB Tablet should be given to children only if prescribed by the doctor. Doxyplus-LB Tablet 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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Heart

Consult your doctor

Please inform your doctor if you have any pre-existing heart problems

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Limited information available for the use of Doxyplus-LB Tablet in elderly patients. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs

Doxyplus-LB Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections, including urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, respiratory infections, eye infections, gum infections, and sexually transmitted infections.

Doxyplus-LB Tablet contains Doxycycline and Lactobacillus. Doxycycline prevents the synthesis of essential bacterial proteins, thereby killing the bacteria. Lactobacillus is a microorganism that helps restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut, which may have been upset by infections or antibiotic use. Together, Doxyplus-LB Tablet helps in treating bacterial infections.

Doxyplus-LB Tablet is unlikely to cause diarrhoea as it contains lactobacillus, a friendly bacterium. Lactobacillus is a probiotic that helps restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut, which may have been upset by infections or antibiotic use. This helps in preventing diarrhoea.

It is recommended to complete the course of Doxyplus-LB Tablet even if you feel better, as it is an antibiotic. Leaving it in between may lead to even more 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 Doxyplus-LB Tablet . Maintain a gap of two hours between Doxyplus-LB Tablet and other medicines. However, consult your doctor before taking Doxyplus-LB Tablet with other medicines.

Doxyplus-LB Tablet 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 Doxyplus-LB Tablet , as it can reduce the medicine's absorption. 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 of children.

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

Doxyplus-LB Tablet 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

B-4 & 5 Vth Commercial Complex Shreshtha Vihar New Delhi -110092
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