Qucydox 100mg Injection
 
MANUFACTURER/ MARKETER
Questus Pharma
 
SALT COMPOSITION
Doxycycline Inj 100mg
 
STORAGE
Store below 30°C

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Qucydox 100mg Injection is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in some infections of the lungs, urinary tract, eyes, and others. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection.

Qucydox 100mg Injection is also used to treat many sexually transmitted diseases. It helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) into a vein by a doctor or a nurse. You should get the injection regularly at evenly spaced intervals for maximum benefits. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.

The most common side effects of this medicine include skin reaction on exposure to sunlight (photosensitivity), vomiting, nausea, and diarrhea. Avoid excessive sun exposure and use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors. Some people may develop temporary redness or pain at the site of injection. These side effects are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.

Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it. It may blur your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

BENEFITS OF QUCYDOX INJECTION

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Qucydox 100mg Injection is a versatile antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the blood, brain, lungs, bones, joints, urinary tract, stomach and intestines. It can also be used to treat sexually transmitted diseases. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.

In Treatment of Acne

Qucydox 100mg Injection treats acne, commonly called pimples. It kills the acne-causing bacteria and prevents spots or pimples from appearing. It usually takes a few weeks to have a noticeable effect so keep using it even if it appears not to be working. Sometimes acne may get worse before it gets better, however, with proper use, your skin will get clearer. The earlier you start taking it, the less likely you are to get scars. This medicine will help improve your mood and uplift your confidence as your skin becomes acne-free.

SIDE EFFECTS OF QUCYDOX INJECTION

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 Qucydox

·         Vomiting

·         Nausea

·         Photosensitivity

·         Rash

·         Anaphylactic reaction

·         Headache

·         Fast heart rate

·         Hypotension (low blood pressure)

HOW TO USE QUCYDOX INJECTION

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

HOW QUCYDOX INJECTION WORKS

Qucydox 100mg Injection is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Qucydox 100mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Qucydox 100mg Injection 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

Qucydox 100mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Qucydox 100mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Visual disturbances such as blurring of vision may occur during treatment with Qucydoxcycline.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Qucydox 100mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Qucydox 100mg Injection is recommended.

However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Qucydox 100mg Injection is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Qucydox 100mg Injection is recommended.