Eldox 100 mg Capsule

Eldox 100 mg Capsule contains doxycycline 100 mg in each capsule. It is a tetracycline antibiotic used to treat a range of bacterial infections, including respiratory tract infections, skin infections, acne, certain sexually transmitted infections, and some tick-borne illnesses. Eldox 100 mg Capsule works only against bacteria, not viruses like the common cold or flu.

How it works: Doxycycline stops bacteria from making the proteins they need to grow and multiply, which helps the body clear the infection. In capsule form, Eldox 100 mg Capsule is swallowed and absorbed into the body to reach the infection site through the bloodstream.

The 100 mg capsule is a higher-strength doxycycline option that is commonly used when a doctor wants a full treatment dose in a convenient capsule form. Because it delivers 100 mg in one capsule, it may be chosen for adults or older adolescents who need standard doxycycline dosing rather than a lower-strength product. Your prescriber decides whether Eldox 100 mg Capsule is the right fit based on the infection being treated and your health history.

• Bacterial respiratory infections
• Acne and other skin infections
• Chlamydia and other selected STIs
• Tick-borne infections such as Lyme disease
• Certain eye and gum infections when prescribed

• Swallow Eldox 100 mg Capsule whole with a full glass of water; do not crush or chew it.
• Take it while sitting or standing, and stay upright for at least 30 minutes to reduce throat irritation.
• It can be taken with food if it upsets your stomach, but avoid taking it right with milk, yogurt, or calcium-fortified drinks.
• Separate the capsule from antacids, iron, zinc, calcium, magnesium, and bismuth products by at least 2 hours before or after.
• Take it exactly as prescribed and finish the full course, even if you start feeling better.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.

Each Eldox 100 mg Capsule provides 100 mg of doxycycline. Depending on the infection, doctors may prescribe it once daily or twice daily, but the exact schedule and maximum daily amount are determined by the prescriber and the condition being treated.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Doxycycline may include:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Stomach pain or upset stomach
• Loss of appetite
• Heartburn or irritation in the throat, especially if not taken with enough water

• Do not take Eldox 100 mg Capsule if you have a known allergy to doxycycline or other tetracycline antibiotics.
• This medicine can cause throat irritation or ulceration if the capsule is taken without enough water or if you lie down too soon.
• Avoid taking it at the same time as antacids, iron, calcium, magnesium, or zinc because these can reduce absorption.
• Doxycycline can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight, so use sunscreen and limit prolonged sun exposure.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney disease, a history of esophageal problems, or frequent heartburn.
• Use caution when driving if you feel dizzy, unwell, or develop vision changes while taking this capsule.
• Do not use it during pregnancy unless specifically directed by a doctor; it is also generally avoided in children under 8 years unless a clinician decides the benefit outweighs the risk.

• Antacids containing aluminum, magnesium, or calcium
• Iron supplements and multivitamins with minerals
• Calcium-rich products, including milk and yogurt taken at the same time
• Blood thinners such as warfarin
• Retinoids such as isotretinoin

Store Eldox 100 mg Capsule in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from excess moisture, heat, and direct light.