Doxycycline 100mg Injectable Powder SDV

Product Overview:

Doxycycline 100mg Injectable Powder SDV is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used for the treatment of various bacterial infections. This injectable form of doxycycline is specifically formulated for intravenous administration, providing a quick and effective means of delivering the medication to patients who are unable to take oral antibiotics. It is commonly utilized in hospital settings for the treatment of severe infections.

Key Features:

1. Broad-Spectrum Antibiotic:

• Doxycycline is effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It is commonly used to treat respiratory tract infections, skin infections, urinary tract infections, and certain types of gastrointestinal infections.

• The product is provided as a lyophilized powder in a single-dose vial, which must be reconstituted with sterile water for injection or an appropriate diluent before intravenous administration. This form ensures the stability of the medication until it is ready for use.

• The intravenous route allows for rapid delivery of the medication, ensuring high blood concentrations and a quick onset of action. This is particularly beneficial in treating severe infections or in patients with compromised gastrointestinal absorption.

• Packaged in a single-dose vial to minimize waste and reduce the risk of contamination. Each vial contains 100mg of doxycycline, providing a precise dose for administration.

• Doxycycline is also indicated for treating more specific infections such as Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, typhus, and certain sexually transmitted infections. It is also used as a prophylactic treatment for malaria and in cases where the patient may be allergic to penicillins.

Indications: Doxycycline 100mg Injectable Powder is indicated for:

• Treatment of a wide range of bacterial infections, including respiratory tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, and urinary tract infections.
• Prophylaxis and treatment of malaria.
• Treatment of specific conditions like Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and other rickettsial infections.

Contraindications and Precautions:

• Contraindications: Known hypersensitivity to doxycycline, other tetracyclines, or any of the excipients in the formulation.
• Precautions: Use with caution in patients with hepatic impairment or those receiving other hepatotoxic medications. Monitor liver function regularly during prolonged therapy.

Possible Side Effects:

• Common side effects may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and skin rash.
• Less common but severe side effects can include photosensitivity, hepatotoxicity, and hematologic abnormalities.

Storage and Handling:

• Store the vials at controlled room temperature, protected from light and moisture.
• Reconstituted solutions should be used immediately or stored according to the manufacturer's guidelines to maintain sterility and potency.