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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
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Composition :

DOXYCYCLINE-100MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Alniche Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

NPPA :

Regulated

About Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection

Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection belongs to a group of medications called tetracycline antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, respiratory infections, eye infections, skin infections, sexually transmitted infections (gonorrhoea, syphilis), and gum infections (periodontitis). Besides this, Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection may also be used to treat or prevent anthrax.

Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection contains 'Doxycycline' which stops the growth of bacteria by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for their survival. Thereby, Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection helps treat bacterial infections. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is effective against both gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria.

Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection may cause pain, itching, swelling or redness at the site of injection, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. Please consult your doctor if these side effects become troublesome.

Do not take Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection if you are allergic to any of the components. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Use of Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection during tooth development (last half of pregnancy, infancy, and in children below 8 years) may cause teeth staining (yellow-grey-brown). Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions/side effects.

Uses of Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection

Bacterial infections

Directions for Use

Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection belongs to the class of medicines called tetracycline antibiotics which is effective against a wide range of bacteria, including gram-negative, gram-positive bacteria, anaerobes, and some parasites. It is used to treat respiratory tract infections (influenza, pneumonia), genitourinary infections (syphilis, gonorrhoea), anthrax infection, sinuses, eye, and skin infections. Besides this, it is also indicated in the tick-borne infections (typhus fever) caused by the Rickettsia group of bacteria like typhus fever. Off-label, usage includes the prevention of malaria and the treatment of acne.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have lupus, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.  Use of Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection during tooth development (last half of pregnancy, infancy, and in children below 8 years) may cause teeth staining (yellow-grey-brown). Consult your doctor if you experience any skin reactions, fever,  muscle, or joint problems.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • It would be best to take probiotics after completing the full course of Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection to restore healthy bacteria in the intestine that may have been killed due to the usage of antibiotics. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yogurt, cheese, sauerkraut and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by gut bacteria which helps stimulate their growth. Whole-grain bread, and brown rice, should be included in your diet.
  • Avoid taking too much calcium enriched foods and drinks as it might affect the working of Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection.
  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection in fighting off infections.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

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FAQs

Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection stops the growth of bacteria by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for their survival. Thereby, Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection helps treat bacterial infections.

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

If you are taking Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection, 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 Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection as they may affect the absorption of Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection. Avoid taking dairy products within 2 hours of taking Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection as they may also impair the absorption of Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection.

Use of Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection during tooth development (last half of pregnancy, infancy, and in children below the age of 8 years) may cause permanent staining of teeth (yellow-grey-brown). So, it is not recommended for pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and children below 8 years of age.

Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection may make your skin sensitive to sunlight. So, apply sunscreen while going out and wear protective clothing and sunglasses. Avoid prolonged and unnecessary exposure to sunlight.

Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection may lower the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives such as birth control pills, rings, patches, or injections. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns, your doctor may advise regarding other forms of contraception.

Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection does not completely prevent malaria caused by P. falciparum as Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection is given as a prophylactic regimen (protection) whenever anyone enters a malaria-prone area.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ACITRETIN
  • ISOTRETINOIN
  • WARFARIN
  • DIGOXIN
  • PHENYTOIN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • ALUMINIUM
  • CALCIUM
  • MAGNESIUM
  • BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE

Special Advise

  • Wear sunglasses and sunscreen when you go out in the sun as Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection can make your skin sensitive to light.
  • Maintain a gap of 2 hours between Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection and iron supplements and antacids as taking them together might affect the working of Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection.
  • Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection might affect certain lab tests, inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Doxybuz Plus 100 mg Injection.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infection: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply and infect the body. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms like fever, chills, and fatigue. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with a weak immune system or taking immunosuppressive medicine are more prone to bacterial infection.

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