Shadox 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. Shadox 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.

• Nausea
• Diarrhea

If you miss a dose of Shadox 100mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Q. Q. Can I drink milk while taking Shadox 100mg Tablet??
  Ans: No, you should avoid using milk and milk products while taking Shadox 100mg Tablet. Consuming dairy products along with Shadox 100mg Tablet can decrease its absorption from the stomach, which may lead to inadequate affect of this medicine.
• Q. Q. How long after taking Shadox 100mg Tablet can I eat??
  Ans: It is best to wait for 2 hours after consuming Shadox 100mg Tablet. Consuming food along with Shadox 100mg Tablet may decrease its absorption from the stomach.
• Q. Q. Can I take Shadox 100mg Tablet with food if its causing stomach upset??
  Ans: Yes, you can take Shadox 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.
• Q. Q. How long does Shadox 100mg Tablet takes to work??
  Ans: Usually, Shadox 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.
• Q. Q. Can the use of Shadox 100mg Tablet cause diarrhea??
  Ans: Yes, the use of Shadox 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.
• Q. Q. Can Shadox 100mg Tablet be used in children??
  Ans: According to the updated guidelines (2018) from American Academy of Pediatrics, Shadox 100mg Tablet can be used in children of all ages for less than 21 days.
• Q. Q. Does Shadox 100mg Tablet works in acne??
  Ans: Yes, Shadox 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.

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