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Doxycycline

Information About Doxycycline

Uses of Doxycycline

Doxycycline is commonly used in the treatment of severe bacterial infections.

How Doxycycline Works

Doxycycline is an antibiotic. Doxycycline works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis in people with severe bacterial infections. It does so by binding to the 30S ribosomal subunit thus exerting its bacteriostatic effect on most gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria.

Side Effects of Doxycycline

Microbial overgrowth, Nausea, Vomiting, Abdominal pain, Visual disturbance, Jaundice, Urticaria, Arthralgia or myalgia, Pancreatitis, Tachycardia, Hypotension

Information Updated on : Wed Jul 17 2024 02:47:35 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Doxycycline Related Warnings

Alcohol Safe

It is safe to consume alcohol with Doxycycline. Consuming Doxycycline with alcohol will not interfere with the way the medication works. However, if the side effects of Doxycyline is pronounced in some people, cautionary measure is advisable when consuming alcohol.

Pregnancy Not Safe

Use of Doxycycline is not acceptable during pregnancy. Animal reproduction studies show evidence of adverse effects on the fetus with the use of Doxycycline. This medication is contraindicated in pregnancy because of its potential effects on skeletal development in the fetus.

Lactation Not Advisable

Doxycycline is shown to be excreted in breast milk. It is not advisable for women to breastfeed while consuming Doxycycline because of its potential adverse drug effects on infants.

Driving Not advisable

Do not drive unless you are feeling well. Doxycyclin may cause side effects such as blurring of vision which could affect the ability to concentrate and drive.

Kidney Use With Care

Doxycycline should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment. Dose adjustment of Doxycycline may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver Use With Care

Doxycycline should be used with caution in patients with liver disorder. Dose adjustment of Doxycycline may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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