Doxylite 100 mg Infusion

Doxylite 100 mg Infusion 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, Doxylite 100 mg Infusion may also be used to treat or prevent anthrax.

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

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

Do not take Doxylite 100 mg Infusion if you are allergic to any of the components. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Use of Doxylite 100 mg Infusion 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.

Doxylite 100 mg Infusion 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.

Do not take Doxylite 100 mg Infusion 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 Doxylite 100 mg Infusion 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.

• It would be best to take probiotics after completing the full course of Doxylite 100 mg Infusion 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 Doxylite 100 mg Infusion.
• Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Doxylite 100 mg Infusion as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid Doxylite 100 mg Infusion in fighting off infections.

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

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.