Introduction About LINDOX L CAPSULE

LINDOX L CAPSULE is a combination of Doxycycline and Lactic Acid Bacillus, which belong to the groups of medicines called antibiotics and probiotics, respectively. It is used in adults prone to intra-abdominal bacterial infection and to manage antibiotic-associated diarrhoea.

Before taking LINDOX L CAPSULE, inform your doctor about your pre-existing conditions, allergies or if you are taking any other medicines. LINDOX L CAPSULE is not recommended for use in pregnant women, breastfeeding women or children (younger than 8 years), so consult your doctor before taking it.

The most common side effects of taking LINDOX L CAPSULE are loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, rash, light sensitivity, hives and haemolytic anaemia. Consult your doctor if any of your symptoms get worse.

Uses Of LINDOX L CAPSULE

• Manage intra-abdominal bacterial infection
• Manage antibiotic-associated diarrhea

How LINDOX L CAPSULE Works

LINDOX L CAPSULE improves gastrointestinal symptoms where doxycycline gets accumulated inside the bacteria, gets attached to the 30S subunit of the bacterial ribosome and inhibits bacterial protein synthesis; lactobacillus restores the natural microbial flora within the digestive tract and helps in the breakdown of food, resulting in the production of lactic acid, hydrogen peroxide and other by-products.

How to use LINDOX L CAPSULE

Take LINDOX L CAPSULE as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will determine your correct dose and duration based on your age, body weight and disease condition.

Side Effects Of LINDOX L CAPSULE

How To Manage Side Effects

Loss of appetite:

Eat when you are hungry. Eat smaller meals more often than usual. Snack only when you're hungry. Eat a nutritious snack rich in calories and protein, such as dried fruit and nuts. Consult your doctor if your symptom does not improve or persist.

Nausea:

Take LINDOX L CAPSULE with or just after, meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oily or spicy foods. Consult your doctor if your symptom does not improve or persist.

Vomiting:

Get adequate rest. Drink lots of fluids, especially water. Have small sips if you feel sick. Eat when you feel like eating; you don't have to eat or avoid any specific foods. Do not take any medicine for vomiting without your doctor's consultation. Consult your doctor if your symptom does not improve or persist.

Diarrhoea:

Drink lots of fluids, like water or fruit juice, to keep yourself hydrated. Check with your doctor before taking any medicine for diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if your symptom does not improve or persist.

Warning & Precautions

Pregnancy

LINDOX L CAPSULE is not recommended for use by pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking it.

Breastfeeding

LINDOX L CAPSULE is not recommended for use by breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking it.

Driving and Using Machines

Consult your doctor if you feel any side effects during management with LINDOX L CAPSULE that may stop you from driving or using machines.

Allergy

Do not take LINDOX L CAPSULE if you are allergic to Doxycycline, Lactic acid bacillus, other tetracyclines or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking LINDOX L CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:

• medicines used to manage blot clots (Ex. dabigatran, rivaroxaban)
• medicines used to reduce acidity (Ex. aluminum, calcium, magnesium, bismuth subsalicylate)
• iron-containing medicines
• medicines used to manage pregnancy (Ex. norethindrone, ethinyl estradiol)
• medicines used to manage fits (Ex. phenobarbital, carbamazepine, phenytoin)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of LINDOX L CAPSULE, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

Synopsis

More Information

• Keep LINDOX L CAPSULE out of reach from children
• Store below 30°C

FAQs About LINDOX L CAPSULE

Can LINDOX L CAPSULE be given to children?

LINDOX L CAPSULE is not recommended for use in children (under 8 years of age) as it may cause permanent discoloration of teeth. Your doctor will decide on the correct dose or select a suitable alternative management for your child.

What if I forget to take a dose of LINDOX L CAPSULE?

If you forget to take a dose of LINDOX L CAPSULE, take it as soon as you remember. However, omit the missed dose if it's almost time for the next one. Do not take the medicine twice to make up for the missed dose.

Can LINDOX L CAPSULE be stopped?

Continue taking LINDOX L CAPSULE until your doctor tells you to stop, unless you experience any unwanted effects, worsening of your condition or new symptoms. Contact your doctor in such a case.

How should LINDOX L CAPSULE be taken? Can it be crushed?

No. Do not break, crush or chew LINDOX L CAPSULE. Take it as advised by your physician. Swallow it with a glass of water. Your doctor will determine your correct dose and duration based on your age, body weight and disease condition.

What is LINDOX L CAPSULE used for?

LINDOX L CAPSULE is used in adults prone to intra-abdominal bacterial infection and antibiotic-associated diarrhoea.

Can LINDOX L CAPSULE cause vomiting?

Vomiting is a common side effect of LINDOX L CAPSULE. In such cases, get adequate rest and drink lots of fluids, especially water. Have small sips if you feel sick. Eat when you feel like eating; you don't have to eat or avoid any specific foods. Do not take any medicine for vomiting without your doctor's consultation. If vomiting does not get better, contact your doctor.

What should I tell my doctor before taking LINDOX L CAPSULE?

Patients taking LINDOX L CAPSULE must inform their doctor about their pre-existing conditions or allergies. Patients should also tell their doctor if they are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult your doctor if you experience anything different.

Can LINDOX L CAPSULE be taken during pregnancy?

LINDOX L CAPSULE is not recommended for use in pregnancy. If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are planning to get pregnant, consult your doctor before taking it. Inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant during this management.

Can I take other medicines with LINDOX L CAPSULE?

Before taking LINDOX L CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you have taken or might take any other medicine, including prescription, over-the-counter or herbal medicine, as these might cause serious side effects by interacting with each other.

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