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doxycycline

This medication is used for the treatment of respiratory, skin and soft tissue, and urinary tract infections.

Contradications

This medication is contraindicated in patients with history of yeast infections, kidney diseases and myasthenia gravis (neuromuscular disease).

Side effects

As side effects, this medication can cause GI upset, inflammation of oesophagus, oesophageal ulcers, allergy, rash, photosenstivity, liver dysfunction, blood disorders, anxiety, headache, hypertension, dry mouth, back pain, and superinfections. There are also reports of serious skin infections, tooth discoloration, and enamel hypoplasia.

Expert Advice

Take this medication with meals and with full glass of water. 

Do not take this medication just before bed. 

Avoid alcohol while taking this medication. 

Avoid direct sunlight and wear sunscreen. 

FAQs

How many hours apart should i take this medication?

This medication should be taken 12 hours apart. However, Consult your doctor before taking this medication.

How long should I wait to eat after taking this medication?

Take this medication at least an hour

Is bad is this medication for me?

Use of anti biotics such as this medication has been associated with an increased risk of vaginal candidiasis .

Precautions:

The patients with hepatic (liver) impairment, myasthenia gravis (muscular disorder), risk of superinfection (infection occurring on top of an existing infection), and oral candidosis (mouth infection) should use this medicine cautiously. Please avoid exposure to sunlight or ultraviolet light.

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