What is Doxycycline (Doxycycline) used for?

Doxycycline is a tetracycline antibiotic prescribed to treat a wide range of different bacterial infections in the body. It operates by destroying or preventing the reproduction of bacteria cells allowing the immune system to control or eliminate the infection. This action may also make it useful for treating other bacterial infections affecting the soft tissue, sinuses, urinary tract, lungs, middle ear, or airways. Your doctor may also prescribe this medication for the treatment of other unlisted conditions.

How should I use Doxycycline (Doxycycline)?

Doxycycline should be used strictly according to your doctor`s instructions to get the safest and most effective results from treatment. The normal dosage is one tablet taken once or twice each day, but your individual directions will depend on your age, weight, health condition, and the severity of your symptoms. These should be swallowed with a large glass of water and may be taken on an empty stomach, although a snack or meal is recommended before use if you experience nausea. Do not change the form of the tablets by crushing or splitting them as this may destroy or alter the effects of their contents. Ask your pharmacist or doctor any questions you have about the medicine to ensure the correct administration.

What are the side effects of Doxycycline (Doxycycline)?

Doxycycline may cause side effects in some patients such as:

• Headaches
• Mild nausea
• Upset stomach, diarrhoea, or constipation
• Mild skin rash or irritation
• Vaginal irritation or discharge

Serious side effects that may require immediate medical attention are fever, flu symptoms, faintness, confusion, thinning skin, easier bruising, severe diarrhoea that is bloody or watery, increased pressure within the skull, or severe skin rashes. Contact your doctor as soon as you experience any intense or worrying symptoms to make sure the necessary changes are made to your dosage or application frequency to prevent more health problems from occurring.

Please Note

Doxycycline should not be used by patients who are pregnant, breastfeeding, under the age of twelve, allergic to tetracycline antibiotics, or who have had a bad reaction to similar treatments in the past. Also inform your doctor if you have myasthenia gravis, systemic lupus, reduced liver function, reduced kidney function, or if you are taking other medications that may have adverse effects on the liver. These conditions may cause unexpected problems requiring adjustments to your regimen.

Strictly use Doxycycline as prescribed and follow all instructions provided by your doctor. Safe, suitable, and optimum dosage can vary and is dependent on the patient`s health and medical history, as well as the condition you are treating.

Doxycycline may not be safe or suitable for all patients. Always ensure your doctor is informed if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, using any other type of medication (including non-prescription medicine, vitamins, and supplements), as well as if you have any allergies, other illnesses, or pre-existing medication conditions.

Seek immediate medical attention or proceed to your nearest accident and emergency department if you suffer a hypersensitive or allergic reaction. Symptoms usually present during a reaction of this nature include difficulty breathing or swallowing, swelling of the limbs or face, tight chest, hives, and skin rashes.