Description
Doxycycline Dosage Directions
Usually recommended as
Doxycycline is usually prescribed to be taken at same time of day with water and on an empty stomach.
Dosage per day
The usual recommended dosage of Doxycycline for various bacterial infections is 100mg to 200mg per day for up to 7-14 days.
Doxycycline Storage
Doxycycline should be stored at room temperature (25degree Celsius) in air tight container and away from heat and moisture. Reconstituted Doxycycline oral suspension remains stable for 14 days only, when stored at room temperature.
Doxycycline Side effects
Common side effects of Doxycycline include
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Headache, nausea or vomiting,
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Skin rash and diarrhea,
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Vaginal itching or discharge,
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Sore throat and stomach cramps or upset.
Serious side effects of Doxycycline include
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Flu symptoms, severe headache and dizziness,
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Fast heart rate, loss of appetite and jaundice
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Bloody or watery diarrhea and joint pain,
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Severe body aches and skin reactions.
Doxycycline Precautions to be followed
Consult your medical professional if you have any medical history.
Doxycycline is usually not recommended if you suffer from medical complications such as kidney or liver ailments and frequent yeast infections.
Do not take this drug if you suffer from allergies.
Avoid taking Doxycycline if you are allergic to any of its active or inactive components.
Is strictly not recommended for use in pregnant women.
Do not take Doxycycline if you are pregnant (or planning to become pregnant) or breastfeeding.
Doxycycline Benefits
Doxycycline is the most popular and reliable antibiotic due to its high potency, safety profile and no effect on normal flora of intestine and also used to treat acne, malaria, Lyme disease and certain sexually transmitted infections.