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Doxycycline
INFORMATION ABOUT DOXYCYCLINE
Doxycycline Uses
Doxycycline is used in the treatment of bacterial infections and acne.
How Doxycycline works
Doxycycline is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
Common side effects of Doxycycline
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common
Vomiting, Nausea, Photosensitivity, Rash, Anaphylactic reaction, Headache, Fast heart rate, Hypotension (low blood pressure)
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13 Jun 2023 | 11:29 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Doxycycline
  • Your doctor has prescribed Doxycycline to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
  • Take it with food and plenty of water to avoid stomach upset. 
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
  • Take it while you are sitting or standing, to prevent any throat irritation. Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking Doxycycline.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Avoid excessive sun exposure and use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions for Doxycycline
No, you should avoid using milk and milk products while taking Doxycycline. Consuming dairy products along with Doxycycline can decrease its absorption from the stomach, which may lead to inadequate affect of this medicine.
It is best to wait for 2 hours after consuming Doxycycline. Consuming food along with Doxycycline may decrease its absorption from the stomach.
Yes, you can take Doxycycline 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.
Usually, Doxycycline starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Yes, the use of Doxycycline 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.
According to the updated guidelines (2018) from American Academy of Pediatrics, Doxycycline can be used in children of all ages for less than 21 days.
Yes, Doxycycline 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.