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Description
Involym Capsule is an antibiotic used for the treatment of acne (pimples, whiteheads or blackheads) and other bacterial infections of the body. It reduces the infection by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medicine is not used to treat viral and other non-bacterial infections.
Involym Capsule can cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, etc. Most of these side effects are temporary and resolve on their own. Consult your doctor if these side effects are getting worse or persistent. Avoid activities like driving vehicles and operating machines while taking this medicine as it can make you feel dizzy.
Involym Capsule is taken before food. Your dose will be dependant on the severity of your infection. Take this medicine at the same time every day to maintain a constant level of medicine in your body. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor as your symptoms could reoccur.
Involym Capsule is not recommended in children below eight years of age. Inform your doctor about your current medications and medical conditions before taking this medicine. This will help your doctor to adjust your dose for avoiding any side effects. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Involym Capsule
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Involym Capsule
Nausea and vomiting
Stomach pain
Diarrhoea
Headache
Dizziness
Yellowing of skin or eyes
Fever
Difficulty in swallowing
Tooth discoloration
Difficulty in breathing
Uses of Involym Capsule
What is it prescribed for?
Acne
Acne is a skin condition that occurs when your hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells. It causes whiteheads, blackheads or pimples. Clogged hair follicles often get infected with bacteria and cause complications. Involym Capsule is used to treat acne and its complication by lowering down the bacterial infection.
Bacterial infections
Involym Capsule is used for the treatment of infections caused by bacteria in the lungs, intestines, throat, nose, ear, bladder, reproductive organs, or skin, etc. by stopping the growth of the bacteria responsible for infections.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for Involym Capsule to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The duration for which Involym Capsule remains active in your body is two days.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Involym Capsule.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Involym Capsule is not recommended for use in pregnancy as this medicine may affect your developing foetus. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Involym Capsule is not recommended while breastfeeding as it is passes into breast milk. Hence, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Allergy
Involym Capsule is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Involym Capsule is not recommended for use in pregnancy as this medicine may affect your developing foetus. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
Involym Capsule is not recommended while breastfeeding as it is passes into breast milk. Hence, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Liver impairment
Involym Capsule should be used with extreme caution if you have liver problems as this medicine is broken down and absorbed in the liver. Hence, a damaged liver will increase the risk of toxicity of this medicine. Your doctor can adjust your dose or suggest another medicine in such cases.
Kidney impairment
Involym Capsule should be used with caution if you have kidney problems as it will not be able to filter the medicine properly. This can increase the risk of toxicity. Your doctor will monitor your kidney functions closely and/or adjust your dose if required.
Use in children
Involym Capsule is not recommended for use in children below eight years of age due to the risk of permanent discolouration of the tooth and defects in enamel (outermost layer of the tooth).
Other medicines
Involym Capsule may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe side effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.
Photosensitivity
Use of Involym Capsule may cause adverse reactions to the skin upon exposure to sunlight. Use sunscreen or protective clothing if you are going out in the sun while using this medicine.
Drug-resistance
Involym Capsule should not be used until the infection is diagnosed by a doctor. Using this medicine in suspected cases can develop resistance in bacteria against this medicine.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose of Involym Capsule as soon as you remember. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose of Involym Capsule.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Antacids
Disease interactions
Colitis
Involym Capsule can kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and leads to diarrhoea. Take Involym Capsule with extreme caution if you have any gastrointestinal (stomach and intestines) problems, particularly colitis (swelling of the inner lining of the colon), as it may worsen your health condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Involym Capsule as instructed by your doctor.
Involym Capsule is given for a short period. Therefore, complete the whole treatment to avoid antibiotic resistance.
Do not take in larger amounts than prescribed. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Involym Capsule works by stopping the growth of bacteria by interrupting their protein synthesis.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Tetracyclines
Schedule
Schedule H
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Answer from Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi
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Information on this page was last updated on 3 Dec 2021
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