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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Ethidox LB Capsule is used to treat bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, respiratory infections, eye infections, gum infections, and sexually transmitted infections. It contains Doxycycline and Lactic acid bacillus, which work by inhibiting the synthesis of essential proteins which are necessary for their survival, thereby killing the infection-causing bacteria. It also helps restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and stomach upset.
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Ethicare Remedies Pvt Ltd

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ORAL

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3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Ethidox LB Capsule

Ethidox LB Capsule 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). Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Ethidox LB Capsule does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

Ethidox LB Capsule contains Doxycycline and Lactic acid bacillus. Doxycycline prevents the synthesis of essential proteins which are necessary for the survival of the bacteria, thereby killing the bacteria. Lactic acid bacteria is a microorganism that helps restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut, which may have gotten upset due to infections or antibiotic use. Together, Ethidox LB Capsule helps in treating bacterial infections.

You are advised to take Ethidox LB Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience 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 the side effects persist or worsen.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the components in Ethidox LB Capsule . Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption as it might affect the working of Ethidox LB Capsule . Ethidox LB Capsule may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects/interactions.

Uses of Ethidox LB Capsule

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Directions for Use

Take Ethidox LB Capsule with food to prevent stomach upset. Swallow Ethidox LB Capsule as a whole with water; do not chew or crush it.

Medicinal Benefits

Ethidox LB Capsule contains Doxycycline and Lactic acid bacillus. Ethidox LB Capsule 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 killing the bacteria. Lactic acid bacteria is a microorganism that helps restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut, which may have gotten upset due to infections or antibiotic use. Together, Ethidox LB Capsule helps in treating bacterial infections.

How Ethidox LB Capsule Works

Ethidox LB Capsule contains Doxycycline and Lactic acid bacillus. Doxycycline prevents the synthesis of essential proteins which are necessary for the survival of the bacteria, thereby killing the bacteria. Lactic acid bacteria is a microorganism that helps restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut, which may have gotten upset due to infections or antibiotic use. Together, Ethidox LB Capsule helps in treating bacterial infections.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Ethidox LB Capsule

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach upset
  • Loss of appetite

What if I have taken an overdose of Ethidox LB Capsule

Take Ethidox LB Capsule only as prescribed by the physician. Do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. If you suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Ethidox LB Capsule if you are allergic to any of its components. Avoid taking Ethidox LB Capsule 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 if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption as it might affect the working of Ethidox LB Capsule . Ethidox LB Capsule may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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DoxycyclineIsotretinoin
Critical
DoxycyclineAcitretin
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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DoxycyclineIsotretinoin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ethidox LB Capsule 10's:
Taking isotretinoin with Ethidox LB Capsule 10's may increase the risk of a rare condition called pseudotumor cerebri (increased pressure in the brain).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking isotretinoin and Ethidox LB Capsule 10's together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as headache, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
DoxycyclineAcitretin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ethidox LB Capsule 10's:
Coadministration of Acitretin with Ethidox LB Capsule 10's can increase the risk and severity of vision problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acitretin with Ethidox LB Capsule 10's together is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience headaches, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
DoxycyclineTretinoin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ethidox LB Capsule 10's:
Coadministration of Tretinoin with Ethidox LB Capsule 10's can increase the risk of side effects like vision problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tretinoin with Ethidox LB Capsule 10's is generally avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden headache, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
DoxycyclineEtretinate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ethidox LB Capsule 10's:
Taking Ethidox LB Capsule 10's with etretinate may increase the risk of vision problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Etretinate with Ethidox LB Capsule 10's is not recommended, but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience headache, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
DoxycyclineAminolevulinic acid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ethidox LB Capsule 10's:
Co-administration of aminolevulinic acid with Ethidox LB Capsule 10's may increase the risk of sunburn.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ethidox LB Capsule 10's with Aminolevulinic acid can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you notice that your skin is very sensitive to sunlight or if you have a sunburn, it's important to contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
DoxycyclineCalcium acetate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ethidox LB Capsule 10's:
Co-administration of Ethidox LB Capsule 10's with calcium acetate can reduce its effectiveness.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between calcium acetate and Ethidox LB Capsule 10's, it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. It is adviced to take Ethidox LB Capsule 10's 2 hrs before or 6 hours after taking calcium acetate. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
DoxycyclineSodium citrate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ethidox LB Capsule 10's:
Coadministration of Sodium Citrate with Ethidox LB Capsule 10's can reduce the effectiveness of Ethidox LB Capsule 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Sodium Citrate with Ethidox LB Capsule 10's can possibly result in decreased efficacy, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. It is advised to separate sodium citrate and Ethidox LB Capsule 10's by three to four hours. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
DoxycyclineMipomersen
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ethidox LB Capsule 10's:
Taking Ethidox LB Capsule 10's with mipomersen may increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ethidox LB Capsule 10's with Mipomersen can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as joint pain or swelling, skin rash, itching, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, light stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting a doctor.
DoxycyclineRetinol (vit a)
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ethidox LB Capsule 10's:
Taking vitamin A with Ethidox LB Capsule 10's may increase the risk of vision problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Retinol (vitamin A) together with Ethidox LB Capsule 10's can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting your doctor.
DoxycyclineLomitapide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ethidox LB Capsule 10's:
Coadministration of lomitapide with Ethidox LB Capsule 10's can increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Ethidox LB Capsule 10's and Lomitapide, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact your doctor if you experience fever, chills, joint pain, swelling, skin rash, itching, feeling tired, feeling sick, stomach ache, and dark urine. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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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.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Ethidox LB Capsule as it may affect the working of Ethidox LB Capsule .

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will decide whether Ethidox LB Capsule can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Ethidox LB Capsule may cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

Ethidox LB Capsule should be given to children only if prescribed by the doctor. Ethidox LB Capsule contains doxycycline, which may lead to permanent discolouration of teeth if used in children below 8 years/during the period of tooth development.

FAQs

Ethidox LB Capsule 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).
Ethidox LB Capsule contains Doxycycline and Lactic acid bacillus. Doxycycline prevents the synthesis of essential proteins which are necessary for the survival of the bacteria, thereby kills the bacteria. Lactic acid bacteria 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, Ethidox LB Capsule helps in treating bacterial infections.
It is recommended to complete the course of Ethidox LB Capsule 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).
Ethidox LB Capsule is unlikely to cause diarrhoea as it contains lactic acid bacillus, a friendly bacteria. Lactic acid bacillus 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.
Ethidox LB Capsule contains doxycycline, which might make you sunburn more easily. Wear protective clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen whilst going outside.
Avoid taking iron supplements, calcium supplements, multivitamins, laxatives or antacids along with Ethidox LB Capsule . Maintain a gap of two hours between Ethidox LB Capsule and other medicines.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

B-407 €“ Imperial Heights, Opp. Big Bazzar, 150Ft Ring Road, Rajkot €“ 360005 (Gujarat, India)
Other Info - ETH0244

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