Doxycycline : Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Precautions | Apna pharma

Doxycycline

It is ab antibiotic medicine it is used to treat a lots of bacterial infections.  It works to inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, that stops bacterial growth.

Uses

• It is used in bacterial infections 
• Respiratory infections eg., pneumonia, bronchitis 
• Skin infections e.g., Acne, rosacea 
• Sexually transmitted diseases eg., Chlamydia, gonorrhoea
• Lyme disease
• Malaria Prevention and Treatment 
• Periodontal disease 

Dosage 

For adults ▪︎ Typically 100mg every 12 hours n the frist day, then 100mg once daily of every 12 hours, depending on infection severity. 

Dosage ▪︎ Doasage varies based on infection type, severity, and paitent health. 

Administration ▪︎ Take with or without food.  Avoid taking with dairy products or antacids as they can affect absorption. 

Course completion ▪︎ Finsih the full course as prescribed. 

Consultation ▪︎ Consult a healthcare provider before stopping. 

Side effects 

○ Nausea 

○ Diarrhea 

○ Vomiting 

○ Abdominal pain

○ Rash

○ Photosensitivity ( Increased sensitivity to sunlight)

○ Esophageal irritation 

○ Allergic reactions 

Precautions:

• Do not use if Allergic to doxycycline or other tetracycline.

• Use with caution In individuals with a history of GIT issues, liver impairment, or kidney disease.

• Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Consult a healthcar provider before use 

Interactions

• It can interact with medications such as antacids,  calcium supplements  and iron supplements  affecting absorption. 

• It may interact with anticoagulants and other drugs.

• Consult a healthcare provider for potential interactions. 

Who can take Doxycycline: 

Adults and children over 8 years old ( may affect none and tooth development in younger children).

Individuals with bacterial infections suitable for doxycycline treatment.

Who should not take doxycycline:

Avoid if you have ab Allergic reaction to doxycycline or other tetracycline.

History of gastrointestinal Issues,  liver impairment 

And kidney disease.

Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a healthcare provider.

Consult a healthcare provider 

You should consult a doctor before taking doxycycline 

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Doxycycline is a powerful antibiotic that tackles a wide range of bacterial infections by cutting off their protein supply, essentially starving them.

Whether you're dealing with a nasty respiratory bug. A skin infection that just won't quit , or a dangerous sexually transmitted infections, doxycycline is often the hero you need, just be sure to use is as directed- Usually 100mg every 12 hours on the frist day, then once a day or every 12 hours after that- and don't even think about stopping until youve Finsih the full course. 

And Don't be surprised if you experience stomach upset, sensitivity to the sub, or a rah- it's doxycyclinea wat of keeping you on your toes.

And remember don't take or give any pregnant and breastfeeding or have a history of stomach problems, you may want to talk to your doctor before starting this medication, we're sorry, it's better to be safe 

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Use of Doxycycline

It is used in bacterial infections Respiratory infections eg., pneumonia, bronchitis Skin infections e.g., Acne, rosacea Sexually transmitted diseases eg., Chlamydia, gonorrhoea Lyme disease Malaria Prevention and Treatment Periodontal disease

Side effectsof doxycycline

○Nausea ○ Diarrhea ○ Vomiting ○ Abdominal pain ○ Rash ○ Photosensitivity ( Increased sensitivity to sunlight) ○ Esophageal irritation ○ Allergic reactions

Who should take doxycycline

Adults and children over 8 years old ( may affect none and tooth development in younger children). Individuals with bacterial infections suitable for doxycycline treatment