EC-Dox 30mg/100mg Tablet
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Product introduction
EC-Dox 30mg/100mg Tablet is a combination medicine that is prescribed to treat various types of respiratory infections. It treats the infection and prevents further infections by acting against the microorganisms. It also dilutes the thick mucus (phlegm) for easy cough out.
EC-Dox 30mg/100mg Tablet is a prescription medicine and it is to be taken as suggested by the doctor. It can be taken with or without food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine. The medicine may take some to show its effects on the symptoms. However, it is advised to consult the doctor if you feel an aggravation of the condition or if your condition does not improve.
Some common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dryness of mouth, etc. To cope up with the side effects, you can take a healthy diet and drink plenty of water. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. Generally, serious side effects are rare. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Patients with liver and kidney ailments must take this medicine with proper consultation and caution. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with the doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. During the treatment, you must take adequate rest for a faster recovery. While on the medication, your doctor may ask for a few laboratory and diagnostic tests to know the effects of the medicine on your body.
EC-Dox 30mg/100mg Tablet is a prescription medicine and it is to be taken as suggested by the doctor. It can be taken with or without food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine. The medicine may take some to show its effects on the symptoms. However, it is advised to consult the doctor if you feel an aggravation of the condition or if your condition does not improve.
Some common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dryness of mouth, etc. To cope up with the side effects, you can take a healthy diet and drink plenty of water. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. Generally, serious side effects are rare. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Patients with liver and kidney ailments must take this medicine with proper consultation and caution. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with the doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. During the treatment, you must take adequate rest for a faster recovery. While on the medication, your doctor may ask for a few laboratory and diagnostic tests to know the effects of the medicine on your body.
Uses of EC-Dox Tablet
- Treatment of Respiratory tract infection
Benefits of EC-Dox Tablet
In Treatment of Respiratory tract infection
EC-Dox 30mg/100mg Tablet helps treat respiratory tract infection by killing the bacteria causing infection. It also helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This reduces congestion or stuffiness and helps in easy breathing. This medicine usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Along with medications, drink enough lukewarm water and gargle with warm salt water to feel better.
Side effects of EC-Dox Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of EC-Dox
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Stomach pain
- Photosensitivity
How to use EC-Dox Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. EC-Dox 30mg/100mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How EC-Dox Tablet works
EC-Dox 30mg/100mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Ambroxol and Doxycycline which treat respiratory tract infections. Ambroxol is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. Doxycycline is an antibiotic which stops bacterial growth by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with EC-Dox 30mg/100mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
EC-Dox 30mg/100mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
EC-Dox 30mg/100mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether EC-Dox 30mg/100mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Visual disturbances such as blurring of vision may occur during treatment with doxycycline.
Visual disturbances such as blurring of vision may occur during treatment with doxycycline.
Kidney
CAUTION
EC-Dox 30mg/100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of EC-Dox 30mg/100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
EC-Dox 30mg/100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of EC-Dox 30mg/100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take EC-Dox Tablet?
If you miss a dose of EC-Dox 30mg/100mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- EC-Dox 30mg/100mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, better to take it at the same time every day.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Doxycycline affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking medication as it may cause increased side effects.
- Diarrhea might occur as a side effect of medicine. Drink plenty of fluids or inform your doctor if it bothers you.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking EC-Dox 30mg/100mg Tablet
Twice A Day
57%
Once A Day
43%
What are you using EC-Dox Tablet for?
Others
100%
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
67%
Average
33%
What were the side-effects while using EC-Dox 30mg/100mg Tablet?
Vomiting
100%
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