Description
Doxycycline & Lactic Acid Bacillus Tablets is a combination of an antibiotic (Doxycycline) and a probiotic (Lactic Acid Bacillus). It is used to treat bacterial infections while preventing or reducing antibiotic-associated diarrhea and gut flora imbalance caused by the antibiotic.
Mechanism of Action:
- Doxycycline: Inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 30S ribosomal subunit, preventing bacterial growth. It is effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
- Lactic Acid Bacillus: A beneficial bacterium that helps restore the normal microbial balance in the intestines, especially during or after antibiotic treatment, reducing side effects like diarrhea, bloating, and indigestion.
Uses:
Infections Treated by Doxycycline:
- Respiratory tract infections
- Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
- Skin infections (e.g. acne, rosacea)
- Sexually transmitted infections (e.g. chlamydia)
- Eye infections
- Rickettsial diseases (e.g. typhus, Rocky Mountain spotted fever)
- Malaria (prophylaxis and treatment)
- Dental infections
Role of Lactic Acid Bacillus
- Prevents antibiotic-associated diarrhea
- Maintains gut health during prolonged antibiotic use
