Doxycycline is a popular antibiotic
belonging to the class known as 'Tetracyclines'. The drug is used for
treating various bacterial infections in different parts of human body. It
effectively treats respiratory tract infections, pneumonia, skin infections,
urinary and genital infections.
The drug is well absorbed from the gut, even after food and is excreted in
the bile, in the faeces, which it re- enters by diffusing across the small
intestinal wall, and , to some extent in the urine. The drug works by
inhibiting the growth and spread of bacteria in the body.
Brand Name: Doryx, Doxy Lemmon, Doxy-Caps, Doxy-D, Monodox, Oracea,
Periostat, Vibra-Tabs, Vibramycin, Vibramycin Calcium, Vibramycin Hyclate,
Adoxa,
Iupac Name: (2-(amino-hydroxy-methylidene)-4-dimethylamino
-5,10,11,12a-tetrahydroxy-6-methyl-
4a,5,5a,6-tetrahydro-4H-tetracene-1,3,12-trione
Dosage
1st day 100 mg, 12 hourly followed by 100 mg daily.
Contra- Indications: Hypersensitivity
Side Effects
The drug has certain side effects, that can affect individuals in different
ways. The following are some of the side effects, that are often associated
with the drug:
- Tooth discoloration
- Enamel Hypoplasia
- Reduced fibula growth rate
Disclaimer: The above information is for general understanding
of the visitor. Please consult a registered medical practitioner before
taking the aforesaid medicine.