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Dentista Capsule (Doxycycline Hyclate Hydrate)

Dentista Capsule (Doxycycline Hyclate Hydrate)

Prescription medicationHard capsuleOral
Ingredient · strength
Doxycycline Hyclate Hydrate›21.33mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
Hana Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Capsules filled with a powder that is yellowish in color, with white upper and lower parts.
Packaging
60 capsules per bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200002882 · Notified 2000.05.12

Summary

Main use
Reduction of periodontal pocket depth and improvement of gingival condition in adults with periodontitis
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Take 20mg twice daily as directed by the dentist.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Hana Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Reduction of periodontal pocket depth and improvement of gingival condition in adults with periodontitis

  • Depth of periodontal pockets in patients with periodontitis
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This medication is used to reduce the depth of periodontal pockets and enhance the health of gums in adult patients with periodontitis.

How to take

Adult dose

Take 20mg twice daily as directed by the dentist.

Precautions

This medication may cause serious side effects such as diarrhea and colitis due to Clostridium difficile, so if diarrhea symptoms occur, inform your doctor immediately. This medication should not be used in individuals with allergies to this drug or similar ingredients, as well as in pregnant or breastfeeding women and children under 12 years old. Patients with severely impaired kidney or liver function should use this drug cautiously, and dosage adjustments and monitoring of blood concentration may be necessary. Excessive exposure to sunlight may cause severe skin reactions, so precautions should be taken during outdoor activities, and if any skin abnormalities occur, discontinue taking the medication. This medication can cause various adverse reactions affecting different systems including blood, immune, digestive, nervous, liver, and skin, so any unusual symptoms should be reported to healthcare personnel immediately. To prevent the emergence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, take only for the necessary duration, and if used long-term, regular blood and organ function tests are recommended. Due to numerous drug interactions, inform your healthcare providers about any medications you are currently taking, especially when using oral contraceptives, antacids, anticoagulants, etc. In late pregnancy or during breastfeeding, it should not be used as it may harm the fetus or newborn, and it can particularly cause teeth discoloration and skeletal development issues. This medication carries a risk of esophagitis or esophageal ulcers, so it is advisable to take it while sitting or standing with plenty of water, and avoid taking it one hour before bedtime. In case of overdose, symptoms may include vomiting, liver and kidney damage, and anaphylactic reactions, so seek immediate medical treatment. Elderly patients are at higher risk of side effects due to reduced bodily functions, so it is important to start with a lower dose and closely monitor their condition.

Side effects

Diarrhea, colitis, anemia, hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia, neutropenia, eosinophilia, agranulocytosis, atypical lymphocytes, lymphopenia, lymphadenopathy, coagulation disorders, anaphylactic shock, hypersensitivity reactions, anaphylaxis, anaphylactoid reactions, dyspnea, angioedema, anaphylactoid purpura, hypotension, cardiac arrest, pericarditis, exacerbation of systemic lupus erythematosus, serum sickness-like reaction, fever, rash, arthralgia, peripheral edema, tachycardia, urticaria, flushing, phototoxic reaction, erythema multiforme, papular rash, erythematous rash, Yarisish-Herxheimer reaction, loss of appetite, forehead swelling, benign intracranial hypertension, vomiting, headache, diplopia, paresthesia, anxiety, restlessness, tinnitus, flushing, blood in stool, abdominal pain, frequent diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, loose stools, perianal inflammation, dysphagia, dyspepsia, stomatitis, glossitis, enterocolitis, sore throat, black hairy tongue, hoarseness, pancreatitis, esophagitis, esophageal ulcer, liver dysfunction, hepatitis, jaundice, hepatotoxicity, fixed drug eruption, arthritis, myalgia, increased BUN, kidney damage, interstitial nephritis, acute renal failure, oliguria, hematuria, visual disturbances, optic disc papilledema, decreased sense of smell, decreased sense of taste, vitamin K deficiency, symptoms of vitamin B complex deficiency, facial edema, tongue swelling, laryngeal swelling, yellow urine, reduced urinary glucose, liver and kidney parenchymal damage, anaphylactic reaction

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air exposure and should be kept at a temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Capsules filled with a powder that is yellowish in color, with white upper and lower parts.

Package unit

60 capsules per bottle

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