L-Dox Capsule 10's belongs to a group of medications called tetracycline antibiotics, used to treat bacterial infections. L-Dox Capsule 10's treats urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, respiratory infections, eye infections, sexually transmitted infections (like gonorrhea, and syphilis), gum infections, and diseases like periodontitis. Besides this, L-Dox Capsule 10's also treats acne-like lesions caused by rosacea. However, it does not treat facial redness caused by rosacea. 

L-Dox Capsule 10's contains Doxycycline (antibiotic) and Lactobacillus sporogenes (beneficial lactic acid-producing bacteria). Doxycycline being an antibiotic prevents the growth of bacterial cells (the bad ones) by inhibiting the formation of the outer protein layer of bacteria (cell wall) responsible for bacteria's growth and multiplication. On the other hand, Lactobacillus sporogenes is a universally occurring beneficial lactic acid-producing bacteria (the gut's good bacteria) that acts as a probiotic supporting the growth of friendly bacteria in the intestine, maintaining a healthy balance of microflora in the gut environment. Thus, together L-Dox Capsule 10's helps in the prevention of infections and overall improves our gut immune system. 

L-Dox Capsule 10's should only be taken if advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food but should be consumed at a fixed time for the best results. The course of L-Dox Capsule 10's should be completed as prescribed by your doctor for better results. Some common side effects of L-Dox Capsule 10's are nausea (feeling or being sick), vomiting, and stomach pain. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. Please consult your doctor if these side effects become troublesome.

L-Dox Capsule 10's is pregnancy category D (high risk) medicine, so its use in pregnant and nursing mothers is not recommended. Use of L-Dox Capsule 10's during tooth development (last half of pregnancy, infancy, and childhood up to the age of 8 years) may cause staining of teeth (yellow-grey-brown). Do not consume alcohol as it may cause excessive drowsiness when taken along with L-Dox Capsule 10's. Before using L-Dox Capsule 10's, tell your doctor if you ever had an allergy to L-Dox Capsule 10's, have kidney problems, liver problems, swollen food pipe (esophagitis), or have muscle disease (myasthenia gravis). 

L-Dox Capsule 10's helps in the treatment of a wide range of bacterial infections including urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, respiratory infections, eye infections, sexually transmitted infections (like gonorrhoea, syphilis), gum infections, and diseases like periodontitis, and acne-like lesions caused by rosacea. Lactobacillus sporogenes helps in preventing diarrhoea and loss of beneficial bacteria in the intestine lost due to a prolonged intake of L-Dox Capsule 10's. Thus, together L-Dox Capsule 10's helps in the prevention of infections and improves the immune system. 

• Bloating or fullness
• Flatulence
• Itching or burning rash
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Urticaria
• Diarrhoea
• Sensitive to light

Iron and antacid (like magnesium hydroxide and aluminium hydroxide) may bind to L-Dox Capsule 10's in the gastrointestinal tract, lowering its efficiency. So, a gap of at least 2 hours should be maintained between intake of L-Dox Capsule 10's and iron supplements and antacids. Prolonged use of L-Dox Capsule 10's during tooth development (last half of pregnancy, infancy, and childhood to the age of 8 years) may cause permanent discolouration of the teeth (yellow-grey-brown). besides this, in some cases, the use of L-Dox Capsule 10's causes antibiotic-associated diarrhoea, however, Lactobacillus sporogenes in this medicine prevent these symptoms. L-Dox Capsule 10's may cause sensitive skin to sunlight and ultraviolet rays causing exaggerated sunburn reaction. Hence it is advisable to apply sunscreen before going outside. Its use has also been associated with an increased risk of fungal skin infection like (vaginal candidiasis - thrush). Tetracycline and L-Dox Capsule 10's can form a stable calcium complex in bone-forming tissue thereby affecting the growth of fibula bones in young children and bone development in the foetus. The use of a L-Dox Capsule 10's with isotretinoin should be avoided as it has been reported to cause pseudotumor cerebri (increased pressure inside the brain). Long term use of L-Dox Capsule 10's may affect your blood, kidney and liver health, so a yearly diagnostics test of these parameters is recommended. L-Dox Capsule 10's Doxycycline does not completely prevent malaria caused by P. falciparum as a L-Dox Capsule 10's is given only for the prophylactic regimen (protection) whenever anyone enters into a malaria-prone area.

Drug-Drug Interaction: L-Dox Capsule 10's is contraindicated in persons who have shown hypersensitivity to any of the tetracycline or penicillin, retinoid medications taken by mouth (such as acitretin, isotretinoin), blood thinners (such as warfarin), heart disease medicine (digoxin), anti-seizure medications (such as phenytoin, carbamazepine), antacids (especially those containing aluminium, calcium, or magnesium, bismuth subsalicylate), iron supplements and oral birth control pills. 

Drug-Food Interaction: Food containing calcium, iron should be avoided within 2 hours of L-Dox Capsule 10's as it may affect L-Dox Capsule 10's effectiveness. Avoid alcohol intake as it may lead to drowsiness and affect L-Dox Capsule 10's absorption.

Drug-Disease Interaction: L-Dox Capsule 10's should not be given to people with kidney problems, liver problems, swollen food pipe (esophagitis), lupus disease (an autoimmune disease), muscle disease (myasthenia gravis).

• ACITRETIN
• ISOTRETINOIN
• WARFARIN
• DIGOXIN
• PHENYTOIN
• CARBAMAZEPINE
• BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE

• Probiotics should be taken after taking the full course of L-Dox Capsule 10's in order to restore some of the healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yogurt, cheese, sauerkraut, kombucha and kimchi can help to restore the good bacteria of the intestine. 
• Include more fibre enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread, brown rice should be included in your diet. 
• Avoid taking too much calcium, iron-enriched foods and drinks as it might affect the working of L-Dox Capsule 10's. 
• Avoid the intake of alcoholic beverages with L-Dox Capsule 10's as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the L-Dox Capsule 10's in fighting off infections.

• L-Dox Capsule 10's is preferably taken empty stomach or 1-2 hours before meals but it can lead to stomach upset. To avoid this, you may take L-Dox Capsule 10's with meals but ensure you drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated. 
• To prevent throat irritation take L-Dox Capsule 10's in an upright position. Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes of taking it. 
• Even if you feel better after taking L-Dox Capsule 10's, do not stop taking it until your doctor says so. This might cause the symptoms to reappear and will make the infection difficult to treat due to antibiotic resistance.
• L-Dox Capsule 10's can affect growing teeth, so it should be avoided during pregnancy and in children less than 8 years old.
• L-Dox Capsule 10's should not be consumed beyond its expiry date as after that it breaks down into harmful chemicals which can damage the kidney.
• Make sure you drink plenty of fluids when you are sick. This will in general help you clear out the infection faster, protect you from dehydration and will help you overcome some unpleasant side effects of taking L-Dox Capsule 10's.
• Wear sunglasses and sunscreen when you go out in the sun as L-Dox Capsule 10's can make your skin sensitive to light.

A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply and infect our body. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms, like fevers, chills and fatigue. Bacteria are of various forms comprising commonly of spherical, rod and spiral-shaped. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. Few harmful bacteria that cause infections include Streptococcus, Staphylococcus and E. coli. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine can make you more prone to bacterial infection.