E-Dox Capsule 8's
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About E-Dox Capsule
E-Dox Capsule is a combination medicine used to manage inflammatory bowel diseases such as colitis. It may also be used to treat bacterial infections. Colitis is the inflammation of the mucosal lining of the colon/large intestine, generally caused by infections.
E-Dox Capsule contains Doxycycline and Saccharomyces boulardii. Doxycycline inhibits bacterial growth and has anti-inflammatory effects. Saccharomyces boulardii prevents the growth of harmful bacteria in the intestines and stomach.
In some cases, E-Dox Capsule may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and headache. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to consult the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
Let the doctor know if you are allergic to any of the components in E-Dox Capsule. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Keep the doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.
Uses of E-Dox Capsule
E-Dox Capsule is used to treat Colitis and Bacterial infections. The detailed uses of E-Dox Capsule are as follows:
- Treatment of colitis: E-Dox Capsule is used in the treatment of colitis (inflammation of the colon).
- Management of bacterial infections: E-Dox Capsule is used in the management of bacterial infections in the gut.
- Prevention of diarrhea: E-Dox Capsule is used in the prevention of antibiotic-associated diarrhea.
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Directions for Use
- E-Dox Capsule can be taken with food to reduce stomach upset.
- Follow your doctor’s instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
- Swallow the medicine as a whole with water.
- Do not crush, break, or chew it.
Key Benefits
E-Dox Capsule belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to manage inflammatory bowel diseases such as colitis. It may also be used to treat bacterial infections. It may also help restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut, which may have gotten upset due to the use of antibiotics. It relieves frequent loose motions and helps you stay healthy by preventing them from recurring.
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- 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.
- 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.
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Drug Warnings
Do not take E-Dox Capsule if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform the doctor if you have liver or kidney disease, asthma, sulfite allergy, seizures, blood clotting problems, or increased pressure in the skull. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Doxycycline during tooth development (last half of pregnancy, infancy and childhood up to 8 years) may cause permanent discolouration of teeth (yellow, grey, brown). Doxycycline should not be used in these age groups unless other medicines are contraindicated. Let the doctor know if you take other medicines, including supplements or herbal products.
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Taking isotretinoin with E-Dox 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 E-Dox 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.
Taking E-Dox Capsule with etretinate may increase the risk of vision problems.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Etretinate with E-Dox 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.
Coadministration of Acitretin with E-Dox Capsule can increase the risk and severity of vision problems.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acitretin with E-Dox 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.
Coadministration of Tretinoin with E-Dox Capsule can increase the risk of side effects like vision problems.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tretinoin with E-Dox 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.
Co-administration of aminolevulinic acid with E-Dox Capsule may increase the risk of sunburn.
How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of E-Dox Capsule 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.
Coadministration of lomitapide with E-Dox Capsule can increase the risk of liver problems.
How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between E-Dox 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.
Taking vitamin A with E-Dox Capsule may increase the risk of vision problems.
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Retinol (vitamin A) together with E-Dox 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.
Coadministration of Ketoconazole and E-Dox Capsule may increase the risk of liver problems.
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking E-Dox 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.
Taking E-Dox Capsule with ferrous fumarate can reduce the levels and effects of E-Dox Capsule.
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking ferrous fumarate and E-Dox 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.
Coadministration of Sodium Citrate with E-Dox Capsule can reduce the effectiveness of E-Dox Capsule.
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Sodium Citrate with E-Dox 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 E-Dox Capsule by three to four hours. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Follow a well-balanced diet.
- Exercising regularly helps in improving overall health.
- Rest well, and get plenty of sleep.
- Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
- Meditation and yoga can help lower stress.
- Avoid processed and fried food.
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Alcohol
Safe if prescribed
It is unknown if alcohol interacts with E-Dox Capsule, so please consult a doctor.
Pregnancy
Consult your doctor
E-Dox Capsule contains doxycycline, which might cause permanent tooth discolouration if used during the last half of pregnancy. Please consult a doctor before taking E-Dox Capsule if you are pregnant.
Breast Feeding
Consult your doctor
Please consult a doctor before taking E-Dox Capsule if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if E-Dox Capsule can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
It is unknown whether E-Dox Capsule affects your ability to drive. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.
Liver
Consult your doctor
Limited data is available. Please consult the doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns.
Kidney
Consult your doctor
Limited data is available. Please consult the doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns.
Children
Safe if prescribed
The use of doxycycline in children up to 8 years may cause tooth discolouration. Therefore, please consult the doctor.
Heart
E-Dox Capsule should be avoided in individuals with heart problems due to potential risks like chest pain or irregular heartbeat. Always consult your doctor before use to ensure it's safe for your condition.
Geriatrics
Consult your doctor
E-Dox Capsule can be used in geriatric individuals, but with caution. Older adults may be more sensitive to side effects like nausea, loss of appetite, or gastrointestinal upset, so it's important to consult your doctor before use to ensure it's appropriate for your age and health condition.
FAQs
E-Dox Capsule is used to treat Colitis and Bacterial infections.
E-Dox Capsule works by preventing and inhibiting the growth of bacteria. It also helps restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut by flushing out harmful bacteria.
It is recommended to complete the course of E-Dox Capsule even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to antibiotic resistance. Talk to the doctor if you experience any difficulty whilst taking E-Dox Capsule.
E-Dox Capsule contains doxycycline, which may cause discolouration of teeth (yellow, grey, brown) if used in children below 8 years and during the last half of pregnancy. Therefore, it should be used in these age groups only if necessary and if advised by the doctor.
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