Doxycycline
Uses of Doxycycline
Doxycycline is commonly used in the treatment of Severe Bacterial Infections.
How Doxycycline Works
Doxycycline is an antibiotic. Doxycycline works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis in people with severe bacterial infections. It does so by binding to the 30S ribosomal subunit thus exerting its bacteriostatic effect on most gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria.
Side Effects of Doxycycline
Microbial overgrowth, Nausea, Vomiting, Abdominal pain, Visual disturbance, Jaundice, Urticaria, Arthralgia or myalgia, Pancreatitis, Tachycardia, Hypotension
Warnings
Kidney Use With Care
Doxycycline should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment. Dose adjustment of Doxycycline may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol Safe
It is safe to consume alcohol with Doxycycline. Consuming Doxycycline with alcohol will not interfere with the way the medication works. However, if the side effects of Doxycyline is pronounced in some people, cautionary measure is advisable when consuming alcohol.
Pregnancy Not Safe
Use of Doxycycline is not acceptable during pregnancy. Animal reproduction studies show evidence of adverse effects on the fetus with the use of Doxycycline. This medication is contraindicated in pregnancy because of its potential effects on skeletal development in the fetus.
Driving Not advisable
Do not drive unless you are feeling well. Doxycyclin may cause side effects such as blurring of vision which could affect the ability to concentrate and drive.
Liver Use With Care
Doxycycline should be used with caution in patients with liver disorder. Dose adjustment of Doxycycline may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation Not Advisable
Doxycycline is shown to be excreted in breast milk. It is not advisable for women to breastfeed while consuming Doxycycline because of its potential adverse drug effects on infants.