DOXYCYCLINE

Overview

DOXYCYCLINE is a Schedule H drug.
Doxycycline is a tetracycline antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body.Doxycycline is used to treat many different bacterial infections, such as acne, urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, eye infections, gonorrhea, chlamydia, periodontitis (gum disease), and others.Doxycycline is also used to treat blemishes, bumps, and acne-like lesions caused by rosacea. It will not treat facial redness caused by rosacea. Doxycycline is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by inhibiting synthesis of essential proteins, which are required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Usage

DOXYCYCLINE is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection, Acne, Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, Periodontal Disease Or Periodontitis, Rosacea, Razor Bumps

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 9yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral,

Precautions

• Your doctor has prescribed Doxycycline to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
• Take Doxycycline with food and plenty of fluids to avoid an upset stomach and acid reflux.
• Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
• Do not take calcium, antacids or iron at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking Doxycycline.
• Discontinue Doxycycline and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
• 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.
• You should not take doxycycline if you are allergic to any tetracycline antibiotic.
• Children should not use this medicine. Doxycycline can cause permanent yellowing or graying of the teeth in children younger than 8 years old.
• Take doxycycline exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label.
• Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
• Take doxycycline with a full glass of water.
• Drink plenty of liquids while you are taking this medicine.
• Most brands of doxycyline may be taken with food or milk if the medicine upsets your stomach.
• Different brands of doxycycline may have different instructions about taking them with or without food.Take Oracea on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
• Do not crush, break, or open a delayed-release capsule or tablet. Swallow the pill whole.
• You may need to split a doxycycline tablet to get the correct dose. Follow your doctor’s instructions.
• Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date on the label has passed.
• Using expired doxycycline can cause damage to your kidneys.

Symptoms of Overdosage

DOXYCYCLINE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

DOXYCYCLINE : Diarrhoea, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Loss Of Appetite, Vagina Discharge Or Mucus, Mouth Soreness

Serious Side-Effects

DOXYCYCLINE : Stomach Pain, Hives, Throat Tightness, Difficulty Swallowing, Shortness Of Breath, Irregular Heartbeat, Chest Pain, Decreased Urination, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Upper Abdomen Pain, Fatigue (tiredness)

Rare Side-Effects

DOXYCYCLINE : Intracranial Hypotension, Head Headache, Eyes Blurred Vision

Food Interactions

Iron can bind to doxycycline in the gastrointestinal tract, which may prevent their absorption into the bloodstream and possibly reduce their effectiveness. To avoid or minimize the interaction, iron-containing medications and doxycycline should preferably be taken at least three hours apart in most cases.

Disease Interactions

DOXYCYCLINE can interfere with: Colitis, Acute Liver Failure

Technical Classification

DOXYCYCLINE is categorized as:

• TETRACYCLINES / ANTI-INFECTIVES
• MISCELLANEOUS ANTIMALARIALS / ANTIMALARIAL AGENTS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with DOXYCYCLINE as Ingredient

ADOX TAB	DOXYCYCLINE
ADOXY LB CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG, LACTOBACILLUS 5.0 BILLIONSPORES
AKEM TAB DT	DOXYCYCLINE
ANDOX TAB	DOXYCYCLINE
BIDOX 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
BIODOXI 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
BIODOXI TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100 MG
CADOXY 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
CEEDOX 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
CEEDOX TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100 MG
CODO CAP XL	LACTOBACILLUS , DOXYCYCLINE
CODOX 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
CODOX CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100 MG
CODOX L 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
CORDOX 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DC 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DELINE 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DETAB PLUS TAB	DOXYCYCLINE
DETAB TAB	DOXYCYCLINE
DETAXL 120MG INJ	DOXYCYCLINE 120.0 MG
DIFIDOX 100MG INJ	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DMT 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOBACT DOX 100MG/100MG TAB	BROMELAIN 100.0 MG, DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOBACT TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG, TINIDAZOLE
DOC DR 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOCMYCIN 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOX 10MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 10.0 MG
DOX 25MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 25.0 MG
DOX 50MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 50.0 MG
DOX 75MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 75.0 MG
DOX M 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOX M 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOX M 100MG/50MG TAB DT	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG, BETA-CYCLODEXTRIN 50.0 MG
DOX M OZ 100MG/500MG/50MG TAB	ORNIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG, BETA-CYCLODEXTRIN 50.0 MG
DOX M ST 100MG/15MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG, SERRATIOPEPTIDASE 15.0 MG
DOX M TZ 100MG/600MG TAB	TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOX TAB	DOXYCYCLINE
DOXICIP 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOXID 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOXIFIC 100MG INJ	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOXIKA 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOXINA 100 MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100 MG
DOXIPIL TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100 MG
DOXITAB TAB	DOXYCYCLINE
DOXITAS 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOXMO 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOXMO 200MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 200.0 MG
DOXMO TZ TAB	DOXYCYCLINE
DOXOL LB TAB	LACTOBACILLUS , DOXYCYCLINE
DOXOL TAB	DOXYCYCLINE
DOXT 50 MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 50 MG
DOXT 50MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 50.0 MG
DOXT SL CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG, LACTOBACILLUS 5.0 BILLIONSPORES
DOXT SL TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100 MG, LACTOBACILLUS 5 BILLIONCELLS
DOXY 1 LD R FORTE CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG, LACTOBACILLUS 5.0 BILLIONSPORES
DOXY 24 TAB	DOXYCYCLINE
DOXY PLUS 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOXY-1 CAP 100MG	DOXYCYCLINE 100 MG
DOXY-1 CAP 200MG	DOXYCYCLINE 200 MG
DOXY-1 CAP 50MG	DOXYCYCLINE 50 MG
DOXY-1 L-DR FORTE CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100 MG, LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES 5 BILLIONCELLS
DOXYBOND LB CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG, LACTOBACILLUS 5.0 BILLIONSPORES
DOXYCLIN 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOXYCYCLINE 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOXYCYLINE CAP	DOXYCYCLINE
DOXYDAY 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOXYGATES TAB	DOXYCYCLINE
DOXYGEE 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOXYGEE TAB	DOXYCYCLINE
DOXYLAB 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOXYLEB 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOXYLIN 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOXYLIN 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOXYLIV 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOXYN 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOXYPAL 100MG CAP DR	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOXYPAL CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100 MG
DOXYPAL DR-L CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG, LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES 5.0 BILLIONSPORES
DOXYPAL-DR CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100 MG
DOXYPLUS-LB CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG, LACTOBACILLUS
DOXYREK DR 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOXYRIC 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOXYRIC 250MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 250.0 MG
DOXYSEP 100MG/10MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG, SERRATIOPEPTIDASE 10.0 MG
DOXYTAB 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOXYTAB TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOXYTAS TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG, LACTOBACILLUS
DOXYTIN TAB	DOXYCYCLINE
DOXYTOP 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DOXYTOP CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100 MG
DOXYWELL 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
DURADOX CAP	DOXYCYCLINE
DX 24 S 100MG/15MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG, SERRATIOPEPTIDASE 15.0 MG
E-DOX DT-TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100 MG
EC DOX 30MG/100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG
EFFIDOX 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
ELDOX 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
FM KIT	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG, DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50.0 MG, SERRATIOPEPTIDASE 10.0 MG
G DOX CAP	DOXYCYCLINE
IMIDOX 100MG/600MG TAB	TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
LAA 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
LAA LB CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG, LACTOBACILLUS 5.0 BILLIONSPORES
LANDOX 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
LENTECLIN 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
LYTEDOX LB TAB	DOXYCYCLINE
LYTEDOX TAB	DOXYCYCLINE
MARTIDOX M 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
MICRODOX DT TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100 MG
MICRODOX LBX CAPULE	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG, LACTOBACILLUS 50.0 BILLIONSPORES
MICRODOX LBX TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100 MG, LACTOBACILLUS 5 BILLIONSPORES
MINICYCLINE CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100 MG
MINICYCLINE CAPULE	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
MINICYCLINE PLUS CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG, SERRATIOPEPTIDASE 10.0 MG
MONODOX CAP	DOXYCYCLINE
MYDOX S TAB	DOXYCYCLINE
NAB 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
NEE 100MG TAB DT	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
NICODOXY 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
NOVADOX 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
NOVADOX 200MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 200.0 MG
NOVADOX DRY SYP	DOXYCYCLINE
NUDOXY 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
NURODOX CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
ODCLIN 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
QUIDOX 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
R DOX 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
RALIDEX 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
RAPIDOXYN 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
REVIDOX 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
REVIDOX LB 100MG/5BILLION CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG, LACTOBACILLUS 5.0 BILLIONCELLS
SANDOX CP 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
SANDOX CP 200MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 200.0 MG
SANDOX CP 50MG DRY SYP	DOXYCYCLINE 50.0 MG
SANDOX CP 50MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 50.0 MG
SEADOX 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
SK DOX TAB	DOXYCYCLINE
SOLOMYCIN 50MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 50.0 MG
SWIDOX 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
TABDOX 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
TETRADOX 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
TETRADOX 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
TIDO TAB	TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
ULTRACYCLINE 100MG CAP	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
WEDOX 100MG TAB	DOXYCYCLINE 100.0 MG
ZEDOX LB CAP	LACTOBACILLUS , DOXYCYCLINE
ZEEDOXY CAP	DOXYCYCLINE