What are the side effects of doxycycline?
Mу dermatologist prescribed mе doxycycline pills tο take twice a day аbουt two months ago аnd I’ve bееn wondering whаt thе possible side effects аrе besides bаd stomach aches іf taken without food.
Thеrе′s аlѕο аn advisory οn thе bottle tο avoid prolonged exposure tο sunlight. Whаt сουld happen іf I’m out іn thе sun tοο long whіlе taking thеѕе pills?
Doxycycline is a powerful antibiotic! I know, I was prescribed it for MRSA.
Cautions and side effects are similar to other members of the tetracycline antibiotic group. However the 10% risk of photosensitivity skin reactions is of particular importance for those intending long-term use for malaria prophylaxis because it can cause permanent sensitive and thin skin. GERD is common with the use of doxycycline.
Unlike some other members of the tetracycline group, it may be used in those with renal impairment.
It should be taken with a full glass of water and patients should be upright for at least 30 minutes after administration to prevent irritation of the esophagus and stomach. Also, there is a slim risk of liver damage during prolonged use of the drug. It is also recommended that it be taken with a small meal of a non-dairy nature if upset stomach, nausea, or fatigue occurs.
Doxycycline is not approved for use in children under the age of 8 years for two reasons: 1) it can cause permanent yellowing or graying of the teeth, and 2), according to CDC patient information on doxycycline, it can inhibit bone growth in premature infants during the time the medication is taken; this last effect disappears when the doxycycline treatment is over.