Overview Of Doxycycline

Precautions To Remember

Doxycycline is not safe for patients who are allergic to any tetracycline antibiotics, including minocycline and tigecycline. Pregnant or breastfeeding patients should not take it either. It may not be appropriate for individuals with liver disease, kidney disease, asthma, or allergies to sulfites. Doctors may need to choose a different antibiotic for patients with a history of increased pressure inside the skull. Patients should consume their medication with a full glass of water. If this antibiotic causes stomach upset, the patient should check with their doctor if they can take it with food or milk. Some brands need to be taken on an empty stomach. Individuals who use these brands can take their dose one hour before a meal. They may also opt to take it two hours after a meal.

Delayed-release tablets and capsules must be swallowed whole, and they cannot be crushed or chewed. However, it is safe to open regular capsules. Individuals can mix the contents with one spoonful of applesauce. This may help individuals with swallowing difficulties. Patients should throw away any doxycycline that has expired. Consuming this medication after its expiration date could cause kidney damage. This antibiotic may increase sun sensitivity. Thus, patients should wear sunscreen with a sun protection factor of thirty or higher on all exposed skin.

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