Doxycycline



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  • Contains / Salt: Doxycycline (100 mg)


Doxycycline Capsule Information

Doxycycline Capsule is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Doxycycline Capsule have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Doxycycline Capsule is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Doxycycline Capsule also has some side effects, the most common being Sensitive to light. While these are the most often observed Doxycycline Capsule side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Doxycycline Capsule go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Doxycycline Capsule is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Doxycycline Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Doxycycline Capsule are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Doxycycline Capsule with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Doxycycline Capsule, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Doxycycline Capsule Benefits & Uses

Doxycycline Capsule is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Doxycycline Capsule Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Male)
  • Disease: Urethritis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Cervicitis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Anthrax
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2.2 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 months
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Doxycycline Capsule Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Doxycycline Capsule safe for pregnant women?


    Doxycycline can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Doxycycline Capsule safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Doxycycline. It should only be taken after medical advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Doxycycline Capsule on the Kidneys?


    Doxycycline is completely safe for kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Doxycycline Capsule on the Liver?


    Very few cases of side effects of Doxycycline on the liver have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Doxycycline Capsule on the Heart?


    There are no any side effects of Doxycycline for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Doxycycline Capsule with Other Drugs

Doxycycline Capsule should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Mild



Doxycycline Capsule Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Doxycycline Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Doxycycline Capsule

  • Is this Doxycycline Capsule habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Doxycycline Capsule has not been reported.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Doxycycline Capsule. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Doxycycline Capsule only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Doxycycline Capsule is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Doxycycline Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Doxycycline Capsule


    Doxycycline Capsule may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Doxycycline Capsule


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Doxycycline Capsule with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Doxycycline Capsule

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Doxycycline with penicillin?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking Doxycycline with penicillin. Because Doxycycline is bacteriostatic which may affect the bactericidal effect of penicillin.

Question about 4 years ago

Can I use Doxycycline for acne?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Doxycycline can effectively relieve from acne by decreasing the concentration oil which causes acne. It is a drug of choice for treating acne or skin infection.

Question about 5 years ago

What is Doxycycline?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Doxycycline is a brand name for doxycycline. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called tetracycline. It is available in different dosage forms such as tablet, capsule, syrup, and cream. Doxycycline is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat bacterial as well as protozoal infection. It is used in the treatment of various type of infections such as pneumonia, respiratory tract infection, rickettsial infections, sexually transmitted infections, ophthalmic infections, anthrax including inhalational anthrax, and prophylaxis of malaria. It is also used in combination with other medications to treat acne and pimples. Sometimes Doxycycline is also used as an alternative treatment for selected infections when penicillin is contraindicated.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Doxycycline work?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Doxycycline works by inhibiting the bacterial protein synthesis which is essential for bacterial growth and prevent us from bacterial infection. It also killed the certain bacteria which decreases the level of a chemical that causes ace and protects us from acne. 

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Doxycycline?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Doxycycline can be taken orally and applied topically. An oral form such as tablet should be taken with or without food. If the medicine causes stomach upset after taking this drug take it with food or milk and drink plenty of water. Duration and dose of the course will vary according to the severity of an infection. The topical form of medicine should apply to the affected area twice daily or advice by a doctor, do not apply more or less as recommended by healthcare practitioners.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Doryx® (doxycycline hyclate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 829

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1191-1193

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