Brospec 100mg Tablet

Reviewed By Dr. Ashish Ranjan, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:00 AM (IST)

Brospec 100mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in some infections of the lungs, urinary tract, eyes, and others. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection. It may also be used for the treatment of severe acne.

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General Information

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Doxycycline (100mg)

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Terrace Pharmaceuticals

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Product introduction

Brospec 100mg Tablet is best taken either 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back.

Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include vomiting, nausea, and diarrhea. These are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if you find these side effects bother or worry you.

Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy to any antibiotic before taking this medicine. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using it. It may blur your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Uses of Brospec Tablet

Benefits of Brospec Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Brospec 100mg Tablet is a versatile antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the blood, brain, lungs, bones, joints, urinary tract, stomach and intestines. It can also be used to treat sexually transmitted diseases. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.

Treatment of Acne
Brospec 100mg Tablet treats acne, commonly called pimples. It kills the acne-causing bacteria and prevents spots or pimples from appearing. It usually takes a few weeks to have a noticeable effect so keep using it even if it appears not to be working. Sometimes acne may get worse before it gets better, however, with proper use, your skin will get clearer. The earlier you start taking it, the less likely you are to get scars. This medicine will help improve your mood and uplift your confidence as your skin becomes acne-free.

Side effects of Brospec Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Brospec

Vomiting
Nausea
Photosensitivity
Rash
Anaphylactic reaction
Headache
Fast heart rate
Hypotension (low blood pressure)

How to use Brospec Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Brospec 100mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Avoid Brospec 100mg Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.

How Brospec Tablet works

Brospec 100mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Brospec 100mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
Take it with food and plenty of water to avoid stomach upset.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
Take it while you are sitting or standing, to prevent any throat irritation. Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking Brospec 100mg Tablet.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Avoid excessive sun exposure and use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Brospec 100mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Brospec 100mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Brospec 100mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Brospec 100mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Visual disturbances such as blurring of vision may occur during treatment with doxycycline.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Brospec 100mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Brospec 100mg Tablet is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Brospec 100mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Brospec 100mg Tablet is recommended.

Frequently asked questions

Can I drink milk while taking Brospec 100mg Tablet?

No, you should avoid using milk and milk products while taking Brospec 100mg Tablet. Consuming dairy products along with Brospec 100mg Tablet can decrease its absorption from the stomach, which may lead to inadequate affect of this medicine.

How long after taking Brospec 100mg Tablet can I eat?

It is best to wait for 2 hours after consuming Brospec 100mg Tablet. Consuming food along with Brospec 100mg Tablet may decrease its absorption from the stomach.

Can I take Brospec 100mg Tablet with food if its causing stomach upset?

Yes, you can take Brospec 100mg Tablet with food if its causing you stomach upset. However, avoid consuming milk and milk products 1 hr before and 2 hr after taking this medicine.

How long does Brospec 100mg Tablet takes to work?

Usually, Brospec 100mg Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Can the use of Brospec 100mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Brospec 100mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

Can Brospec 100mg Tablet be used in children?

According to the updated guidelines (2018) from American Academy of Pediatrics, Brospec 100mg Tablet can be used in children of all ages for less than 21 days.

Does Brospec 100mg Tablet works in acne?

Yes, Brospec 100mg Tablet is one of the most commonly prescribed oral antibiotics, which is used in the treatment of acne. It reduces the number of bacteria that causes acne on the skin.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Tetracyclines

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Tetracyclines

Related lab tests

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References

Rosenthal PJ. Clinical Pharmacology of the Antihelmenthic Drugs. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 926.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 433.
Drugs.com. Doxycycline. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Patient concerns

I suffering from bacterial infections in my shaving area or too much acne problem.

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

Fudic cream twice a day

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

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Marketer details

Name: Terrace Pharmaceuticals
Address: 67,68 ,Industrial Area, Phase-VII, Mohali (PB)

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Country of origin: India
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Brospec 100mg Tablet

General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Brospec Tablet

Benefits of Brospec Tablet

Side effects of Brospec Tablet

How to use Brospec Tablet

How Brospec Tablet works

All substitutes for Brospec 100mg Tablet

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

Can I drink milk while taking Brospec 100mg Tablet?

How long after taking Brospec 100mg Tablet can I eat?

Can I take Brospec 100mg Tablet with food if its causing stomach upset?

How long does Brospec 100mg Tablet takes to work?

Can the use of Brospec 100mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Can Brospec 100mg Tablet be used in children?

Does Brospec 100mg Tablet works in acne?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

User feedback

Patients taking Brospec 100mg Tablet

Patient concerns

I suffering from bacterial infections in my shaving area or too much acne problem.

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

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