Involym 408 Capsule 15's
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Involym 408 Capsule 15's belongs to a group of medications called tetracycline antibiotics. Involym 408 Capsule 15's is used to treat acne. Acne is a skin condition that occurs when pores of the skin become plugged with oil and dead skin cells or bacteria. It causes blackheads, whiteheads, or pimples. A bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grows in the body and cause infection. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly.
Involym 408 Capsule 15's contains lymecycline (antibiotic) primarily used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections. It is a derivative of the tetracycline class of antibiotics that inhibits the protein synthesis process required for bacterial growth. As a result, bacterial cells are not able to reproduce and grow. It is a bacteriostatic antibiotic, i.e. it stops bacteria's growth but does not necessarily kill them.
You are advised to take Involym 408 Capsule 15's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. You may experience headache, photosensitivity (extreme sensitivity to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun and other light sources), dizziness, vomiting, nausea, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Involym 408 Capsule 15's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. Complete the course of medicine even if you feel better and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance).
Involym 408 Capsule 15's is pregnancy category D (high risk) medicines so, its use in pregnant and nursing mothers is not recommended. It may affect bone and tooth development in unborn babies. Use of Involym 408 Capsule 15's during tooth development (pregnancy, infancy, and childhood to the age of 12 years) may cause permanent staining of teeth (yellow-grey-brown). Its use should be avoided by pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and children below 12 years of age. Do not consume alcohol as it may cause excessive drowsiness when taken along with Involym 408 Capsule 15's. Before taking Involym 408 Capsule 15's, tell your doctor if you ever had an allergy to Involym 408 Capsule 15's or to any tetracycline antibiotic. Please do not drink alcohol with Involym 408 Capsule 15's as it may increase the unpleasant side effects. Do not take Involym 408 Capsule 15's if you have ever had kidney disease.
Involym 408 Capsule 15's is a type of tetracycline class of antibiotic which is effective against a wide range of bacteria including gram-negative, gram-positive bacteria and anaerobes. It is a derivative of the tetracycline class of antibiotics that inhibits the protein synthesis process required for bacterial growth. As a result, bacterial cells are not able to reproduce and grow. It is a bacteriostatic antibiotic, i.e. it stops bacteria's growth but does not necessarily kill them. Involym 408 Capsule 15's is primarily used to treat acne. Also, used to treat other infections such as acute sinusitis (sinus infection), bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of lungs), infections in the abdomen, and some types of eye infections called trachoma.
Iron and antacid (like magnesium hydroxide and aluminium hydroxide) may bind to Involym 408 Capsule 15's in the gastrointestinal tract, lowering its efficiency. So, a gap of at least 2 hours should be maintained between intake of Involym 408 Capsule 15's and iron supplements and antacids. Prolonged use of Involym 408 Capsule 15's during tooth development (pregnancy, infancy, and childhood to the age of 12 years) may cause permanent discolouration of the teeth (yellow-grey-brown). Do not consume alcohol as it may cause excessive drowsiness when taken along with Involym 408 Capsule 15's. Before using Involym 408 Capsule 15's tell your doctor if you ever had an allergy to Involym 408 Capsule 15's have kidney problems, liver problems, systemic lupus erythematosus (an allergic condition that causes joint pain, skin rashes or fever) and Myasthenia Gravis (a disease that weakens the muscles). Please do not drink alcohol with Involym 408 Capsule 15's as it may increase the unpleasant side effects. Besides this, in some cases, the use of Involym 408 Capsule 15's causes antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Involym 408 Capsule 15's may cause sensitive skin to sunlight and ultraviolet rays causing exaggerated sunburn reaction. Hence it is advisable to apply sunscreen before stepping outside. Inform your doctor before taking Involym 408 Capsule 15's if you are already on medicines like oral retinoids (to treat acne), anticoagulants (to stop the blood clotting), diuretics (used to treat kidney disease, heart disease), medicines for epilepsy (including barbiturates, e.g. phenobarbitone, phenytoin and carbamazepine) and methoxyflurane (an anaesthetic medication).
Drug-Drug Interactions: Involym 408 Capsule 15's may interact with medicines for ulcer healing, quinapril (for high blood pressure), supplements containing calcium, aluminium, magnesium, zinc or iron; oral retinoids (to treat acne), anticoagulants (to stop the blood clotting), medicines for epilepsy (phenobarbitone, phenytoin and carbamazepine) and methoxyflurane (an anaesthetic medication).
Drug-Food Interactions: Supplements containing calcium, aluminium, magnesium, zinc or iron should be avoided, affecting Involym 408 Capsule 15's effectiveness. Avoid alcohol intake as it may lead to dizziness and effect Involym 408 Capsule 15's absorption.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Involym 408 Capsule 15's should not be given to people with kidney disease.
Bacterial infection: 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. People with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine can make you more prone to bacterial infection.
Acne: Acne is a common skin condition that occurs when pores of the skin become plugged with oil and dead skin cells or bacteria. It causes whiteheads, blackheads or pimples. Acne affects people of different age groups, but it is most commonly seen among teenagers. Acne can develop anywhere on the body, mainly face, back, chest, neck, and shoulders. Blackheads and whiteheads are the most common lesions seen in people with acne. Involym 408 Capsule 15's may work slowly against acne-causing bacteria, you will find some improvement within a week, but sometimes it can take several weeks before the acne clears.
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Alcohol
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Do not consume alcohol as it may cause excessive drowsiness when taken along with Involym 408 Capsule 15's.
Pregnancy
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Involym 408 Capsule 15's is a Pregnancy Category D. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on the use of lymecycline in pregnant women. In some cases, taking Involym 408 Capsule 15's during pregnancy may affect tooth and bone development in the unborn baby so, if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy contact the doctor before using a Involym 408 Capsule 15's.
Breast Feeding
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Involym 408 Capsule 15's can pass into breast milk and may affect bone and tooth development in a nursing infant. The extent of absorption is unknown. Do not breastfeed while you are taking this medicine.
Driving
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Drive with caution, Involym 408 Capsule 15's usually causes blurry vision, dizziness and may affect driving ability.
Liver
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Involym 408 Capsule 15's to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Kidney
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Do not Involym 408 Capsule 15's if you have ever had kidney disease. Please inform your doctor if you have kidney disease.
Children
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Children should not use this medicine. Involym 408 Capsule 15's can cause permanent yellowing or grey of the teeth in children younger than 12 years old.
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