Monodox 100 mg Tablet

Monodox 100 mg Tablet is a prescription antibiotic that contains 100 mg of doxycycline in each tablet. It belongs to the tetracycline class and is used to treat certain bacterial infections, not colds or flu. Doctors may prescribe Monodox 100 mg Tablet for infections affecting the lungs, skin, urinary tract, eyes, or other areas when doxycycline is appropriate.

How it works: Doxycycline works by blocking bacteria from making the proteins they need to grow and multiply. As a tablet, Monodox 100 mg Tablet is swallowed and absorbed into the body to help stop susceptible bacteria from spreading while your immune system clears the infection.

This Monodox 100 mg Tablet is a full-strength doxycycline tablet commonly used in adult and adolescent treatment plans, so it is not a low starting dose. Because there are no other strengths or forms listed for this brand here, the 100 mg tablet is the exact option patients may be given when a doctor wants a standard doxycycline tablet dose that can fit once- or twice-daily schedules.

• Bacterial infections
• Acne caused by bacteria
• Respiratory tract infections
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Some sexually transmitted infections
• Prevention or treatment of certain tick-borne infections

• Take Monodox 100 mg Tablet with a full glass of water to help prevent throat irritation.
• Swallow the tablet whole unless your doctor or pharmacist says it can be split.
• Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking it.
• Take it exactly as prescribed, with or without food, but food may help reduce stomach upset.
• Avoid taking it at the same time as antacids, iron, calcium, or magnesium products.
• Use the tablet at evenly spaced times if you are prescribed more than once daily.

Each Monodox 100 mg Tablet provides 100 mg of doxycycline. Depending on the infection, a doctor may prescribe it once daily or twice daily, but the total daily amount should follow the prescription and not be changed on your own. The maximum dose depends on the condition being treated and the prescriber’s directions, so use only the schedule your doctor has chosen.

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

Common side effects of Doxycycline may include:

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Stomach pain
• Loss of appetite
• Headache
• Sensitivity to sunlight
• Heartburn or throat irritation if taken without enough water

• Monodox 100 mg Tablet can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight, so use sun protection and avoid tanning beds.
• Take it with plenty of water and stay upright afterward to lower the risk of irritation or ulceration in the esophagus.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, since doxycycline may not be appropriate in some situations.
• This medicine can affect tooth and bone development in children, so age matters when it is prescribed.
• Do not take it at the same time as antacids, iron, calcium, magnesium, or bismuth unless your prescriber tells you how to separate doses.
• Avoid using it for a viral illness, because Monodox 100 mg Tablet treats bacterial infections only.
• Use caution if you have liver disease or a history of severe antibiotic-related diarrhea.

• Antacids containing aluminum, magnesium, or calcium
• Iron supplements or multivitamins with minerals
• Calcium-rich products such as milk, yogurt, or calcium supplements taken at the same time
• Blood thinners such as warfarin
• Other antibiotics or medicines that may raise sun sensitivity

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