ALEMBIC DOCMYCIN (PACK OF 10 TABLETS)

• Brand / Name: Docmycin (e.g. Alembic Docmycin) Alembic Docmycin 10 Tab

• Type / Class: Broad-spectrum antibiotic (tetracycline class) 

• Usually sold as 10 tablets per pack  in pet / veterinary supply outlets. 

Active Ingredient & Mechanism

• The active drug is Doxycycline (a tetracycline antibiotic) (Docmycin is a branded formulation).

• Mechanism: Doxycycline inhibits bacterial protein synthesis (binding to the 30S ribosomal subunit), thereby preventing bacterial growth and replication.

Indications / Uses

Docmycin (Doxycycline) is used for a variety of bacterial infections in animals, including:

• Respiratory tract infections (e.g. pneumonia) 

• Skin, urinary tract, and genital infections 

• Tick-borne diseases, Lyme’s disease, and similar systemic infections (in veterinary use)

• It may also be used as part of treatment regimens for broader infections in animals (off-label)

Dosage & Administration

• The strength in question is often 300 mg per tablet for some formulations. 

• Dosage (mg per kg of body weight) depends heavily on the species, severity of infection, and veterinary guidance.

• Administration is oral (tablet form).

• It is recommended to give with food or a little water to reduce stomach irritation and to ensure it passes into the stomach (avoid the tablet lodging in the esophagus).

Precautions, Contraindications & Side Effects

Precautions & Contraindications

• Do not use in animals allergic to doxycycline or other tetracycline antibiotics.

• Use cautiously (or avoid) in young growing animals (because tetracyclines can affect bone growth and discolor teeth).

• Use with caution in animals with liver disease or renal impairment.

• Avoid use during pregnancy or lactation unless the benefit outweighs the risk.

• Be careful about drug interactions (see below).

Side Effects / Adverse Reactions

Common possible side effects:

• Gastrointestinal upset: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea

• Loss of appetite

• Possible esophageal irritation if pills get stuck (particularly in small animals)

• Increased sensitivity to sunlight (photosensitivity)

More serious or rare:

• Liver toxicity or liver enzyme elevation

• Jaundice

• Severe allergic reactions

If you see symptoms like vomiting blood, yellowing of gums/skin, severe lethargy, or difficulty swallowing, stop the drug and consult a vet.

Drug Interactions & Absorption Issues

• Avoid giving concurrently (or within a window) with calcium, iron, antacids, dairy products, multivitamins, etc., because they may bind doxycycline and reduce absorption.

• Other antibiotics, anticoagulants, or drugs affecting liver metabolism may interact.

Storage & HandlingDOC

• Store at room temperature in a dry place, protected from moisture and light.

• Keep out of reach of children and animals.

• Do not use beyond the expiry date or if tablet is damaged.