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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Nov 30, 2024 | 3:22 PM IST
Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR is used to treat cough associated with respiratory disorders like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It contains Doxycycline and Ambroxol, which stop bacterial growth and makes sputum less viscous. Thus, it makes breathing easier in asthma and COPD patients. Some people may experience side effects such as nausea, taste change, stomach pain, photosensitivity, and numbness in the mouth, tongue, and throat. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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About Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR

Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR is used to treat cough associated with respiratory disorders like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Asthma is a breathing problem in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty breathing. COPD is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of your bronchial tubes). Coughing occurs as a reflex action in the throat when mucus or any other foreign irritant is in it.

Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR contains Doxycycline (antibiotic) and Ambroxol (dilutes viscous cough). Doxycycline comes into the category of antibiotic medicines that stop bacterial growth by inhibiting the protein synthesis process required for bacterial cell 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.  On the other hand, Ambroxol is an 'expectorant' (promotes the secretion of sputum/cough) and a 'mucolytic agent' (makes sputum less viscous) to make breathing easier in asthma and COPD patients who have difficulty in breathing.

Take Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR preferably with food to avoid stomach upset and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR based on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, taste change, stomach pain, photosensitivity, and numbness in the mouth, tongue, and throat. Most of these side effects of Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Before using Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR, tell your doctor if you ever had an allergy to Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR, have kidney problems, liver problems, swollen food pipe (oesophagitis), lupus disease (an autoimmune disease), or muscle disease (myasthenia gravis). Please do not drink alcohol with Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR as it may increase unpleasant side effects like drowsiness and dizziness. Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR is pregnancy category D (high risk) medicines, so its use in pregnant and nursing mothers is not recommended. Use of Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR during tooth development (last half of pregnancy, infancy, and childhood to the age of 8 years) may cause permanent staining of teeth (yellow-grey-brown). Its use should be avoided by pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and children below 8 years of age. Do not consume alcohol as it may cause excessive drowsiness when taken along with Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR.

Uses of Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR

Treatment of cough associated with respiratory tract infection

Medicinal Benefits

Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR consists of Doxycycline (antibiotic) and Ambroxol (dilutes viscous cough). Doxycycline comes into the category of antibiotic medicines that stop bacterial growth by inhibiting the protein synthesis process required for bacterial cell growth. As a result, bacterial cells are not able to reproduce and grow. It is a bacteriostatic antibiotic i.e. it stops the growth of bacteria but necessarily does not kill them.  On the other hand, Ambroxol is an 'expectorant' (promotes the secretion of sputum/cough) and a 'mucolytic agent' (makes sputum less viscous) to make breathing easier in asthma and COPD patients who have difficulty in breathing.

Directions for Use

Swallow this medicine as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR

  • Nausea
  • Taste change
  • Stomach pain
  • Photosensitivity
  • Numbness in the mouth, tongue, and throat

Drug Warnings

Let your doctor know if you have any allergic reactions to medicines. Please inform your doctor if you have any history of heart, liver and kidney diseases. Also, tell your doctor if you have a stomach ulcer, seizure (fits), high blood pressure, and diabetes before taking Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR. Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR causes hypokalaemia (low potassium levels in the blood), therefore should be used with caution in patients with bronchospasm. Special precautions should be taken in patients with hyperthyroidism and epilepsy. Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR can cause a rise in blood glucose levels. Hence monitor your blood glucose levels if you have diabetes and inform your doctor so that the dose can be adjusted accordingly. Let your doctor know if you plan to become pregnant or are already pregnant and a lactating mother. If you unexpectedly go into early labour or premature labour (before 9 months) or threatened abortion, do not use Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR and consult a doctor.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR may interact with indigestion remedies (antacids), supplements which contain aluminium, bismuth, calcium, magnesium or zinc, stomach ulcer medicines that contain bismuth, iron supplements, other antibiotics (rifampicin), acne medicines which contain vitamin A, such as isotretinoin, a blood thinner called warfarin, medicines for epilepsy, such as phenytoin or carbamazepine, and ciclosporin, a medicine to damp down your immune system.

Drug-Food Interactions: Limit alcohol intake since it may cause a rise in blood pressure leading to heart diseases. Avoid fatty foods and control your cholesterol and triglyceride levels.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Brief your doctor if you have a medical history of allergic reactions to medicines, diabetes, bronchospasm, stomach ulcer, seizure (fits), high blood pressure (hypertension), hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), epilepsy, heart, liver, kidney diseases, and myasthenia gravis (an illness that causes severe muscle wasting) before taking Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CALCIUM
  • ZINC
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • VITAMIN A
  • ISOTRETINOIN
  • WARFARIN
  • PHENYTOIN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • CICLOSPORIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR as directed by the doctor and at regular intervals. Do not use other over the counter medications, herbal or vitamin supplements without informing your pharmacist or doctor when you take Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR.
  • Know your triggers like allergens, such as pollen, dust, and food items that make your asthma severe.
  • Quit smoking and avoid passive smoking. Smoking also reduces the effectiveness of the medicine.
  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system.
  • Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.
  • Drink warm fluids while you take Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR to help loosen congestion and lubricate the throat.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Asthma: It is a breathing problem in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus (cough), leading to difficulty breathing.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): It is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of your bronchial tubes).

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR as it can worsen your condition, causing sleep disturbances (sleep apnoea).

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR is a pregnancy D drug restricted in pregnant women as it can pass through the placenta barrier and affect the unborn baby. Therefore, consult with your doctor before taking Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

There is limited data on how Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before starting Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR.

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Driving

Caution

Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience drowsiness, increased/uneven heart rate and shakiness while using Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR. This may affect your ability to drive. Seek medical attention if the symptoms persist longer.

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Liver

Caution

Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases. Your doctor may adjust the dose of Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR if required based on your condition.

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Kidney

Caution

Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor may adjust the dose of Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR if required based on your condition.

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Children

Caution

Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR is not recommended for children less than 4 years of age. However, it can be given to children above 4 years of age if prescribed by the doctor.

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FAQs

Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR is used to treat cough associated with respiratory disorders like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR stops bacterial growth by inhibiting the protein synthesis process required for their cell growth. It makes breathing easier for asthma and COPD patients who have difficulty in breathing.
It is advised to tell your doctor if you are using contraceptives to prevent pregnancy, as Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR may make contraceptives less effective.
Take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.
Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR should not be taken with any medication used for seizures or fits, as it might worsen your condition.
Do not take Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR and let your doctor know before using Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR if you have any diseases affecting the heart or blood vessels, any infection in your lungs, overactivity of the thyroid gland, low levels of potassium in your blood, diabetes or hereditary problems of galactose intolerance, the Lapp lactase deficiency or glucose-galactose malabsorption. Taking Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR in these conditions can worsen your health, even hospitalization.
Do not stop taking Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR even if you feel better, as it may worsen your condition. For the best advice, consult your doctor and do as recommended.
Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR can cause a rise in blood glucose levels. Hence, monitor your blood glucose levels if you have diabetes and inform your doctor so that the dose can be adjusted accordingly.
Diarrhea is a possible side effect of Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR, which can disrupt gut bacteria and cause digestive issues. To manage diarrhoea, drink plenty of fluids and eat non-spicy foods. If it becomes severe or persists, consult your doctor.
When using Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR, you are advised to cover yourself adequately before stepping out in the sun. Doxycycline (one of its ingredients) may increase your sensitivity to sunlight, making you more prone to sunburn or developing skin rashes. Wearing protective clothing, sunglasses, and sunscreen when outdoors can help minimize these risks while taking Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR.
It is generally recommended to take Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR after food or with milk to reduce the potential for stomach irritation. This is because doxycycline (one of its ingredients) may sometimes cause stomach upset when taken on an empty stomach. However, please consult your doctor for personalized advice.
No, Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR is not a steroid. It contains Ambroxol, a mucolytic agent that helps thin mucus in the airways, and Doxycycline, an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. Both ingredients are used in respiratory conditions, but neither has the anti-inflammatory effects associated with steroids.
Take Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR at the time and dosage prescribed by your doctor. It is usually taken once or twice daily with food in the morning or evening. Please consult your doctor for personalized advice.
The common side effects of Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR include nausea, taste change, stomach pain, photosensitivity, and numbness in the mouth, tongue, and throat. Most of these side effects of Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR is generally safe for most people. If you have allergies or have a history of gastric ulcers, caution is advised. Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR may sometimes irritate the stomach, potentially worsening ulcer symptoms. Please consult your doctor before using Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR to ensure it is safe for you.
Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR should be taken as directed by your doctor. It is generally swallowed as a whole with water. Do not crush, break, or chew this medication.
Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR may interact with certain medications, including indigestion remedies (antacids), supplements that contain aluminium, bismuth, calcium, magnesium, or zinc, stomach ulcer medicines that contain bismuth, iron supplements, other antibiotics (such as rifampicin), acne medications that contain vitamin A (such as isotretinoin), blood thinners (such as warfarin), anti-seizure medications (such as phenytoin or carbamazepine), and cyclosporine (a medication used to suppress the immune system). Please inform your doctor if you are taking any of these medications before starting Doxyroad AM 75mg/400mg Tablet SR to avoid potential interactions and unwanted effects.

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