Doxycycline

Synonym : -

Molecular Formulae: : C22H24N2O8.H2O = 462.5

Precautions : Hypersensitivity to tetracyclines. systemic lupus erythromatosus. children and pregnant women.

Indications/Uses: Chronic bronchitis, rickettsial, chlamydial and mycoplasma infections, brucellosis. 200mg on day one then 100mg od.

Interactions : Milk, antacids, mineral substances reduce absorption. contraceptives effectiveness reduced.

Side Effects : Nausea. vomiting. diarrhoea. dysphagia. hypersensitivity reactions. anorexia. flushing. tinnitus.

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