Medicine Description Granudoxy 100 mg
Granudoxy tablets are a medication containing the active ingredient doxycycline at a concentration of 100 mg in each tablet. Doxycycline belongs to a class of antibiotics known as tetracyclines, which work by inhibiting the growth and reproduction of bacteria. Granudoxy is used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections.
What are the ingredients in Granudoxy?
Granudoxy tablets contain the following active ingredient:
Doxycycline hydrochloride equivalent to 100 mg of doxycycline.
The tablets also contain inactive ingredients for tableting and coating. No other strengths or forms of this product are available, according to available information.
Granudoxy Uses
Granudoxy tablets are used to treat many bacterial infections caused by bacteria sensitive to doxycycline, including:
Respiratory tract infections such as pneumonia and bronchitis.
Urinary tract infections.
Skin and soft tissue infections.
Rocky Mountain spotted fever.
Lyme disease.
Cholera.
Malaria (for prevention and treatment).
Severe acne.
Certain sexually transmitted infections such as chlamydia and syphilis.
Granudoxy should only be used for infections proven or strongly suspected to be caused by bacteria sensitive to doxycycline.
What is the dosage of Granudoxy?
Granudoxy tablets should be taken as directed by your doctor. The dosage depends on the type and severity of the infection and the patient's condition, age, and weight. The usual adult dosage is:
The initial dose is usually 200 mg on the first day (100 mg every 12 hours), followed by 100 mg once daily.
For some severe infections, the dose may be 100 mg every 12 hours throughout the treatment period.
For acne, the dose may be lower and taken for a longer period. For malaria prevention, the usual dose is 100 mg once daily before traveling to an endemic area, during your stay, and for 4 weeks after departure.
Swallow the tablet whole with plenty of water. It is best taken with food to reduce the possibility of stomach upset. Adhere to the prescribed dose and duration of treatment as determined by your doctor, even if symptoms improve before the end of the treatment period. Do not lie down immediately after taking the medication to avoid esophageal irritation.