This leaflet answers some common questions about Doxycycline in India. It does not contain all the available information. It does not take the place of talking to your doctor or pharmacist.
All medicines have risks and benefits. Your doctor has weighed the risks of you taking Doxycycline against the benefits they expect it will have for you.
If you have any concerns about taking this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Keep this leaflet with your medicine.You may need to read it again.
Doxycycline is a type of antibiotic called a tetracycline antibiotic. It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Doxycycline is used to treat conditions such as acne, chlamydia, and gonorrhea, as well as other bacterial infections.
The drug is available only with a doctor's prescription.
The drug works by stopping the growth of bacteria.
It is important that you follow your doctor's instructions before taking this medicine. Your doctor will monitor your progress carefully.
Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why it has been prescribed for you.Your doctor may have prescribed it for another purpose.
Your doctor may have prescribed it for another reason.
Ask your doctor if you have questions about why this medicine has been prescribed for you.
This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription.
Do not take Doxycycline if:
Do not take this medicine if:
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor.
Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any other tetracycline antibiotic, such as erythromycin, erythromycin, or penicillin.
tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to doxycycline, minocycline, tetracycline, demeclocycline, any other medications, sulfites, or any of the ingredients in doxycycline capsules, extended-release capsules, tablets, extended-release tablets, or suspension. Ask your pharmacist for a list of the ingredients.
tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, and nutritional supplements you are taking or plan to take. Be sure to mention any of the following: acitretin (Soriatane); anticoagulants ('blood thinners') such as warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven); barbiturates such as butabarbital (Butisol), phenobarbital, and secobarbital (Seconal); bismuth subsalicylate; carbamazepine (Epitol, Tegretol, others); isotretinoin (Absorica, Amnesteem, Clavaris, Myorisan, Zenatane); penicillin; phenytoin (Dilantin, Phenytek); and proton pump inhibitors such as dexlansoprazole (Dexilant), esomeprazole (Nexium, in Vimovo), lansoprazole (Prevacid, in Prevpac), omeprazole (Prilosec, in Yosprala, Zegerid), pantoprazole (Protonix), and rabeprazole (Aciphex). Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.
be aware that antacids containing magnesium, aluminum, or calcium, calcium supplements, iron products, and laxatives containing magnesium interfere with doxycycline, making it less effective. Take doxycycline 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking antacids, calcium supplements, and laxatives containing magnesium. Take doxycycline 2 hours before or 4 hours after iron preparations and vitamin products that contain iron.
tell your doctor if you have or have ever had lupus (condition in which the immune system attacks many tissues and organs including the skin, joints, blood, and kidneys), intracranial hypertension (pseudotumor cerebri; high pressure in the skull that may cause headaches, blurry or double vision, vision loss, and other symptoms), a yeast infection in your mouth or vagina, surgery on your stomach, asthma, or kidney or liver disease.
you should know that doxycycline may decrease the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives (birth control pills, patches, rings, or injections). Talk to your doctor about using another form of birth control.
tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. If you become pregnant while taking doxycycline, call your doctor immediately. Doxycycline can harm the fetus.
plan to avoid unnecessary or prolonged exposure to sunlight and to wear protective clothing, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Doxycycline may make your skin sensitive to sunlight. Tell your doctor right away if you get a sunburn.
you should know that when doxycycline is used during pregnancy or in babies or children up to 8 years of age, it can cause the teeth to become permanently stained. Doxycycline should not be used in children under 8 years of age except for inhalational anthrax, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, or if your doctor decides it is needed.
Doxycycline is used to treat bacterial vaginosis (BV), aalaskation (watery eyes), and simple mucous membranes caused by bacteria. BV occurs when the cervicovaginal secretions of healthy, healthy sperm go untreated. BV causes itching, redness, and inflammation.
Give as directed by your veterinarian. Follow the instructions printed on the prescription label. Store doxycycline at room temperature. Be sure to complete the prescription to ensure a full recovery, even if your pet seems to be improving, unless instructed otherwise by your veterinarian. Allow your pet access to plenty of water. Doxycycline can be given with or without food but should not be given with dairy products.
Keep out of the reach of children and pets. Do not use in animals with a known sensitivity to doxycycline. Do not use in pregnant animals. Let your veterinarian know if your pet is on any other medications, as interactions with certain medicines can occur. Do not administer any calcium-containing medications, antacids, laxatives, or multivitamins within 2 hours of the last doxycycline dose. Notify your veterinarian if your animal suffers from kidney or liver disease. Doxycycline may increase skins sensitivity to sunlight. Store at room temperature. Store protected from light and moisture.
Allergic reactions and serious side effects are rare, but in the case of an allergic reaction or a serious side effect you should stop doxycycline treatment and seek veterinary attention. Some common signs of allergic reactions and serious side effects are hives, breathing difficulty, facial swelling, loss of appetite, or dark colored urine.
Should be stored at room temperature, away from moisture and heat.
Doxycycline should not be used in animals allergic to it or other tetracycline antibiotics. Use with caution in animals with impaired liver or kidney function. Do not use in pregnant, nursing, or growing animals since this medication may cause slowing of bone growth and discoloration of teeth. Give antacids, vitamin and mineral combinations, iron, or Pepto-Bismol at least 1 hour before or 4 hours after giving doxycycline. Use caution when given with digoxin or warfarin. Doxycycline is not affected by food.
Use doxycycline with care to ensure the best outcomes for your pet. Allow your pet access to water. Doxycycline may be given with other medications such as calcium-containing medications, nutritional supplements, or nutritional supplements/medicines to help reduce vomiting,cases, or diarrhea. Do not store above 25℃. Let your veterinarian know if you are giving doxycycline. Do notplex. It is not known if doxycycline will work better for more than 10 days.Allergic reactions and serious side effects are rare, but Do notale doxycycline. Some signs of allergic reactions and serious side effects are allergic facial flushing, heat stroke, numbness or weakness, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, dark colored urine, puffy or lump-like gums, pain or swelling in the abdomen or back, a lumpy rash or blistering in the ears, sneezing or cold sneezing, itching/swelling in your pet’s ears or throat, loss of appetite, lethargic, slightly anxious, or have a dark tinge to their skin.
Store below 25℃. Store without tight or low-lighted carton. Store protected from light. Store separated from otherrugs andrugs. Allow six weeks for recovery from animals with associated diseases.
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Common Brand Name(s): DOXYCYCLINE
Doxycycline is an antibiotic medication used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It belongs to a class of drugs called tetracyclines and works by preventing the growth of bacteria. This medication helps to treat skin and soft tissue infections, urinary tract infections, and certain types of respiratory tract infections. Doxycycline is also used to prevent malaria, a serious infection that can cause harm to people with doxycycline’s ability to prevent malaria. Doxycycline is not approved for use in children under one year of age.
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, painful urination, and rectal pain/ discomfort may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
What is Doxycycline 100mg used for?
Doxycycline 100mg is used to treat bacterial infections such as acne, rosacea, rosacea of the skin, and abscesses. Doxycycline may be used to treat more severe infections as well as prevent and treat malaria when other treatments are ineffective. Doxycycline is also used to treat malaria when other treatments are not effective. Inhalation of Doxycycline, also known as doxycycline, is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is often prescribed for acne and other bacterial infections, but is also used to treat malaria when other treatments are ineffective. Inhalation of Doxycycline, also known as doxycycline, is an oral antibiotic that is commonly used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Doxycycline is also sometimes prescribed for acne, rosacea, and abscesses. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria and preventing the formation of new bacteria. Doxycycline is usually well tolerated by people, but it may cause side effects like nausea, diarrhea, and dizziness. In some cases, people may also experience allergic reactions such as itching, swelling, or trouble breathing. It is important to follow the prescribed dosage and complete the full course of treatment to ensure the infection is fully treated. Doxycycline is a versatile antibiotic that can be used to treat many different bacterial infections including respiratory infections, skin infections, urinary tract infections, and gastrointestinal infections. It works by killing or stopping the growth of bacteria and preventing their multiplication. It is important to take doxycycline as directed by a healthcare professional and not to take it for more than a few days without medical supervision. Doxycycline is usually taken once a day, with or without food. It is important to take doxycycline exactly as prescribed by your doctor to ensure its effectiveness and safety. If you have any concerns about taking doxycycline, it is important to contact your doctor.
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Disclosure: I received a CIAP grant from the National Institutes of Health to support this publication. The authors report no other conflicts of interest.2. M. Doxycycline, an antibiotic used to treat many different bacterial infections: a review and a summary of the literature.
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