Doxycycline+lactobacillus
About
Doxycycline+lactobacillus belongs to a group of medications called antibiotics, used to treat bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, respiratory infections, eye infections, gum infections, and sexually transmitted infections (like gonorrhoea, syphilis). Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Doxycycline+lactobacillus does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.
Doxycycline+lactobacillus contains Doxycycline and Lactobacillus. Doxycycline prevents the synthesis of essential proteins which are necessary for the survival of the bacteria, thereby kills the bacteria. Lactobacillus is a microorganism that helps in restoring the balance of good bacteria in the gut, which may have gotten upset due to infections or antibiotic use. Together, Doxycycline+lactobacillus helps in treating bacterial infections.
Take Doxycycline+lactobacillus as prescribed. You are advised to take Doxycycline+lactobacillus for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and stomach upset. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Consult your doctor before taking Doxycycline+lactobacillus if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption as it might affect the working of Doxycycline+lactobacillus. Doxycycline+lactobacillus may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects.
Uses of Doxycycline+lactobacillus
Medicinal Benefits
Doxycycline+lactobacillus contains Doxycycline and Lactobacillus. Doxycycline+lactobacillus is used to treat bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, respiratory infections, eye infections, gum infections, and sexually transmitted infections (like gonorrhoea, and syphilis). Doxycycline prevents the synthesis of essential proteins which are necessary for the survival of the bacteria, thereby kills the bacteria. Lactobacillus is a microorganism that helps in restoring the balance of good bacteria in the gut, which may have gotten upset due to infections or antibiotic use. Together, Doxycycline+lactobacillus helps in treating bacterial infections.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Doxycycline+lactobacillus
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach upset
- Loss of appetite
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not take Doxycycline+lactobacillus if you are allergic to any of the contents. Avoid taking Doxycycline+lactobacillus on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Inform your doctor if you have myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness/tiredness), porphyria (genetic disease of blood pigments), kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking Doxycycline+lactobacillus if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption as it might affect the working of Doxycycline+lactobacillus. Doxycycline+lactobacillus may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Doxycycline+lactobacillus may interact with anticoagulants (warfarin), antibiotics (rifampicin), anti-epileptics (carbamazepine, phenytoin, primidone), immunosuppressant (ciclosporin), anti-cancer agent (methotrexate).
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have colitis (inflammation in the lining of the colon), oesophageal irritation, or liver problems.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking Doxycycline+lactobacillus as it may affect the working of Doxycycline+lactobacillus.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionPlease consult your doctor before taking Doxycycline+lactobacillus; your doctor will decide whether Doxycycline+lactobacillus can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.
Driving
cautionDoxycycline+lactobacillus may cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.
Liver
cautionDose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Kidney
cautionPlease consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Children
cautionDoxycycline+lactobacillus should be given to children only if prescribed by the doctor. Doxycycline+lactobacillus contains doxycycline, which may lead to permanent discolouration of teeth if used in children below 8 years/during the period of tooth development.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
- Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
- Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
- Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.
Patients Concern
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.
FAQs
Doxycycline+lactobacillus contains Doxycycline and Lactobacillus. Doxycycline prevents the synthesis of essential proteins which are necessary for the survival of the bacteria, thereby kills the bacteria. Lactobacillus is a microorganism that helps in restoring the balance of good bacteria in the gut, which may have gotten upset due to infections or antibiotic use. Together, Doxycycline+lactobacillus helps in treating bacterial infections.
Doxycycline+lactobacillus is unlikely to cause diarrhoea as it contains lactobacillus, a friendly bacteria. Lactobacillus is a probiotic which helps in restoring the balance of good bacteria in the gut, which may have gotten upset due to infections or the use of antibiotics. Thereby helps in preventing diarrhoea.
It is recommended to complete the course of Doxycycline+lactobacillus even if you feel better, as it is an antibiotic. Leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance).
Avoid taking iron supplements, calcium supplements, multivitamins, laxatives or antacids along with Doxycycline+lactobacillus. Maintain a gap of two hours between Doxycycline+lactobacillus and other medicines. However, consult your doctor before taking Doxycycline+lactobacillus with other medicines.
Doxycycline+lactobacillus contains doxycycline, which might make you sunburn more easily. Wear protective clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen whilst going outside.
