Divaine 50 Tablet
Divaine 50mg Tablet 10’s belongs to a group of medications called tetracycline antibiotics, used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections. Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s treats urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, respiratory infections, sexually transmitted infections (like gonorrhea, syphilis), skin infections, and others. Besides this, Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s also treats acne-like lesions caused by rosacea. The bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grows in the body and cause infection. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. Antibiotics inhibit the growth of microorganisms given to treat such kind of infections.
Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s contains Doxycycline (antibiotic) primarily used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections comprising of gram-negative, gram-positive, anaerobic, and other bacteria. It is a derivative of the tetracycline class of antibiotics that inhibits the protein synthesis process required for the growth of the bacterial cell. As a result, bacterial cells are not able to reproduce and grow. It is a bacteriostatic antibiotic i.e. it stops the growth of bacteria but necessarily does not kill them.
Take Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical conditions. You may experience headache, photosensitivity (extreme sensitivity to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun and other light sources), dizziness, vomiting, itching, nausea, dizziness, and diarrhea. Most of these side effects of Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s is pregnancy category D (high risk) medicines so, its use in pregnant and nursing mothers is not recommended. It may affect bone and tooth development in unborn babies. Use of Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s during tooth development (pregnancy, infancy, and childhood to the age of 8 years) may cause permanent staining of teeth (yellow-grey-brown). So, its use should be avoided by pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and children below 8 years of age. Do not consume alcohol as it may cause excessive drowsiness when taken along with Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s. Before using Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s tell your doctor if you ever had an allergy to Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s have kidney problems, liver problems, asthma. Using efficient birth control to prevent pregnancy while you are using this Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s, whether you are a man or a woman. Do not drink alcohol with Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s as it may increase the unpleasant side effects.
Uses of Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s
Bacterial infections
Medicinal Benefits
Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s is a type of tetracycline class of antibiotic which is effective against a wide range of bacteria including gram-negative, gram-positive bacteria, anaerobes, and some parasites (like Balantidium coli and Entamoeba species). It is prescribed for the treatment of various bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, sexually transmitted infections (like gonorrhea, syphilis), skin infections, and others. Besides this, it is also indicated in the tick-borne infections (typhus fever) caused by the Rickettsia group of bacteria like typhus fever. Off label, usage includes the treatment of acne.
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Side Effects of Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s
- Headache
- Photosensitivity (extreme sensitivity to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun and other light sources)
- Dizziness
- Vomiting
- Itching
- Nausea
- Diarrhea.
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Iron and antacid (like magnesium hydroxide and aluminum hydroxide) may bind to Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s in the gastrointestinal tract, lowering its efficiency. So, a gap of at least 2 hours should be maintained between intake of Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s and iron supplements and antacids. Prolonged use of Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s during tooth development (pregnancy, infancy, and childhood to the age of 8 years) may cause permanent discoloration of the teeth (yellow-grey-brown). Do not consume alcohol as it may cause excessive drowsiness when taken along with Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s. Before using Divaine 50mg Tablet 10’s tell your doctor if you ever had an allergy to Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s have kidney problems, liver problems, asthma. Using efficient birth control to prevent pregnancy while you are using this Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s, whether you are a man or a woman. Do not drink alcohol with Divaine 50mg Tablet 10’s as it may increase the unpleasant side effects. Besides this, in some cases, the use of Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s causes antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s may cause sensitive skin to sunlight and ultraviolet rays causing exaggerated sunburn reaction. Hence it is advisable to apply sunscreen before going outside.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s may interact with medicines used for infections (phenoxymethylpenicillin), medicines for acne (isotretinoin), medicines for heart disease (quinapril), medicines for migraine (ergotamine), medicines for inducing labor pain (ergometrine), diuretics/ water tablets (furosemide), medicines for diarrhea (kaolin), antacids (like aluminum, calcium, or magnesium, bismuth subsalicylate), iron supplements.
Drug-Food Interaction: Food containing calcium, iron should be avoided as it may affect Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s effectiveness. Also, prevent the intake of grapefruit or grapefruit juice with Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s. Avoid alcohol intake as it may lead to dizziness and effect Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s absorption.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Divaine 50 Tablet 10’s should not be given in people with colitis (inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract), liver, and kidney disease.
