DOXYCYCLINE is a drug used in the treatment of infections caused mainly caused by bacteria like gonorrhea, urinary tract infections

About DOXYCYCLINE

DOXYCYCLINE belongs to a group of medications called tetracycline antibiotics, used to treat bacterial infections. DOXYCYCLINE treats urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, respiratory infections, eye infections, sexually transmitted infections (like gonorrhea, and syphilis), gum infections, diseases (like periodontitis), and others. Besides this, DOXYCYCLINE also treats acne-like lesions caused by rosacea. However, it does not treat facial redness caused by rosacea. 

DOXYCYCLINE being an antibiotic prevents the growth of bacterial cells (the bad ones!) by preventing the formation of the outer protein layer of bacteria (cell wall) responsible for bacteria's growth and multiplication. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, i.e. it acts against various bacteria. It is a bacteriostatic antibiotic, i.e. it stops bacteria growth but does not kill them.

DOXYCYCLINE should only be taken if advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food but should be consumed at a fixed time for the best results. You should complete the course of DOXYCYCLINE as your doctor prescribes for better results. Some common side effects of DOXYCYCLINE are nausea (feeling or being sick), vomiting, diarrhea, etc. Please consult your doctor if these side effects become troublesome.

DOXYCYCLINE is a pregnancy category D (high-risk) medicine, so its use in pregnant and nursing mothers is not recommended. Use of DOXYCYCLINE during tooth development (last half of pregnancy, infancy, and childhood up to the age of 8 years) may cause teeth staining (yellow-grey-brown). Do not consume alcohol as it may cause excessive drowsiness when taken along with DOXYCYCLINE. Before using DOXYCYCLINE, tell your doctor if you ever had an allergy to DOXYCYCLINE, have kidney problems, liver problems, swollen food pipe (esophagitis), or have muscle disease (myasthenia gravis). Please do not drink alcohol with DOXYCYCLINE as it may increase unpleasant side effects like drowsiness and dizziness. 

Uses of DOXYCYCLINE

Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits

DOXYCYCLINE is a type of tetracycline class of antibiotic that is effective against a wide range of bacteria, including gram-negative, gram-positive bacteria, anaerobes, and some parasites. It is prescribed for treating various bacterial infections of the respiratory tract (influenza, pneumonia), genitourinary area (syphilis, gonorrhea), anthrax infection, sinuses, eyes, and skin. Besides this, it is also indicated in tick-borne infections (typhus fever) caused by the Rickettsia group of bacteria like typhus fever. Off-label, usage includes the prophylaxis or prevention of malaria in the prone area and the treatment of acne. Sometimes your doctor might prescribe you DOXYCYCLINE as an alternative medicine to penicillin when penicillin is contraindicated.

Directions for Use

Tablet/capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it. Dispersible Tablet: Check the label for directions before use. Disperse the tablet in the prescribed amount of water and swallow the contents. Do not crush, chew or swallow as a whole.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight