Doxycycl Hycl

Does doxycycl hycl 100mg make my period late or not come? ## Hi, Kaykay! How are you? No, antibiotics aren't known to cause that. However, the infection you were taking it to treat could be the culprit. Your body chemistry and hormones tend to get thrown off in instances of illness, sometimes due to the fact that your vitamin D drops very low, especially when you have an infection. Vitamin D is actually a hormone that can have an effect on other hormones in the body. However, if you've been actively engaging in intercourse, then you should be checked for pregnancy, to be certain. Are there any other questions or concerns?

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what is the medication to treat an yeast infection ## Doxycycline is an antibiotic that's used to treat bacterial infections, so no it will not treat a yeast infection. Learn more Doxycycline details here. A yeast infection is caused by a fungus, so it requires an anti-fungal medication to treat. Learn more Yeast infection details here. Additionally, since an antibiotic can also kill of good bacteria, it may actually make a yeast infection worse, or cause one. What type of yeast infection do you need to treat, vaginal or oral? ## Can doxy cycl hycl 100 mg be used to treat a gun shot wound that just grazed the skin?

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itching all over, I've been diagnosed with lyme is there any other meds I can take they told me to take benadryl but it doesn't help im afraid im allergic to the medication ## Hello, Whit! How are you? I'm very sorry about the problem that you're having. Yes, if the Benadryl didn't help, you might be having an allergic reaction to the antibiotic. Have you contacted your doctor, again? You may need to try a different one. The FDA lists the typical antibiotic side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. The last time that happened to me, my doctor had me use a Hydrocortisone cream to alleviate it, so you may want to ask your doctor about using on. Its typical side effects include skin redness, irritation, dryness ...

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I am afraid to take the DOXY-CYCL HYCL 100mg tabs becaus eof the side effects. Yet I have been told I have cellucitis on my lower right leg. I have also been given CEPHALEXIN 500mg CAP LUP Are there any alternatives??? ## The first thing you need to understand is that cellulitis can be a very dangerous infection. In cases where people left it untreated, they have lost limbs or had to have large sections of flesh and muscle tissue removed that resulted in permanent scarring and disfigurement. There have even been cases where it turned fatal, because the infection became systemic. So, the point I'm trying to make is that the risks are far, far greater if you don't take the antibiotics and let the infection continue out of control. And as to their being alternatives, no there aren&...

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Have you found symptoms of taking this drug to cause the touge to react in any way, such as swelling of cramping. ## Doxycycline is an antibiotic and if you experience swelling of the tongue, it may be due to an allergic reaction and you should seek medical attention. Learn more Doxycycline details here. Have you had swelling of the tongue while taking it?

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This medicine that I just started taking for a spider bite says to avoid excessive exposure to direct and artificial sunlight. I'm on vacation and want to enjoy the pool. Can I lay out? ## Hi, Karenset! How are you? Doxycyline can make you more sensitive to the sun, so you may burn or get heat stroke much faster than normal. Thus, if you really want to enjoy the sunshine, it would be best to be very careful and use a heavier sunscreen than you normally would. You should also make sure to drink extra fluids, since this sensitivity could also cause dehydration. Learn more Doxycycline details here. Avoiding sun exposure would be best and you should never lay out in it, if your doctor has told you not to do so, but I do understand wanting to enjoy your vacation. Please be careful!

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Take 1 pill 2 times a day. Can Benadryly be taken with this medication as I feel I am having a reaction, rash, numbness in fingers? ## The numbness is not a normal side effect and you should have that checked out. It may be that this medication just isn't the right one for you to take. Learn more Doxycycline details here. Learn more Benadryl details here. And I didn't find any interactions listed between the two, but you should double check this information to be sure. What type of rash? Is it itchy? Or just a rash that you can see visually?

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what is this medication for definition ## is this an antibiotic good for bronchitis ## Is Doxycycl HYC available in a liquid or injection? My wife needs to take it (as a Rx), but fears the ulcer side-effects of the pill. ## I have doxycycl hyc 100mg capsules for rosacea. I have plenty left over,(the dr. gave me 100) can I use these for unwarranted tiredness?

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ww 112 ## Based on the description provided, I found your pill to be Doxycycline hyclate (100 mg). Doxycycline is frequently used to treat chronic prostatitis, sinusitis, syphilis, chlamydia, pelvic inflammatory disease, acne, rosacea, and Rickettsial infections. To view information about this drug, please refer to the link below... If you have any more questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to help you.

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I am 6 months pregnant and I was prescribed this medication, is it safe for me to take it? ## Hello, Mimi! How are you? No, this is actually not recommended during pregnancy, because there has been evidence of risk to the fetus. The FDA lists the typical side effects of antibiotics as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. It would be best to consult your doctor about taking an alternative medication. Is there anything else I can help with?

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This drug doesn't seem to be available at any dose. Have they stopped making it? I take it for rosacea... ## Hi lynn, According to The American Society of Health-System Pharmacists: As of December 10, 2012, there has been a shortage in Doxycycline Capsules and Tablets, mainly due to supply and demand (with a lack of raw materials). You can read more on the shortage here: ashp.org/DrugShortages/Current/Bulletin.aspx?id=977 Unfortunately, it seems as though no one really knows when they will be restocking the supply. I hope this info helps! ## Thanks Dave. My husband also uses and we have been unable to fill his prescription. ## Does doxycycline hyclate 100 mg pills get proscribed for kidney infections as well as chlamidia??? ## I have been told that this is a global problem! I finall...

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I'm supposed to be taking two doses of 100mg of doxy twice a day for ten days for upper respiratory infection. On my third day, but have only taken it once a day due to forgetting to take my second pill each day. Does this mean that I won't get rid of the infection because I'm not taking it right? Is the one a day ok taking even going to benefit me? Should I still continue the next 7 days and try not to forget taking it twice? ## The medication does need to be maintained in your body at a consistent level to fully eradicated the infection. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash, and diarrhea. Do you have a smart phone? If so, you can get free reminder apps that you can set to nag you, when you need to ...

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I notices I am get extremly fatigued after taking Doxycycl Hycl Cap 100mg for acne. Is this normal? ## Hi Mary, Interestingly enough, "extreme tiredness or weakness" is in-fact listed as a severe side effect of Doxycycline. In such cases, it is recommended that you contact your doctor immediately to help address this issue. Referenced from: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0000563/#a682063-sideEffects Have you considered trying any other natural alternatives that might be just as effective as Doxycycline, but without the side effects? If not, I'd recommend looking into Oregano Essential Oil. It's a cheap, yet, effective method for infections of any kind. I hope this helps!

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circular orangish pill with an imprint of: ww112 ## Based on the description provided, I found your pill to be Doxycycline hyclate (100 mg). Doxycycline is frequently used to treat chronic prostatitis, sinusitis, syphilis, chlamydia, pelvic inflammatory disease, acne, rosacea, and Rickettsial infections. To view information about this drug, please refer to the link below... If you have any more questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to help you.

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Will doxy-cycl hycl 100mg treat strep throat? ## Hello, Cheryl! How are you? Yes, Doxycycline is an antibiotic that's used to treat various types of infections and you should take it as prescribed by your doctor to clear up the infection. Its side effects may include nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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why do you have to stay up and not lay down for 30 minutes after taking this medicine ## It may cause excess acidity, which could result in some acid reflux and in severe cases, it could cause esophageal erosion. Learn more Doxycycline details here. This is an antibiotic, so it may also cause non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea as side effects. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Instructions say to take on empty stomach, So when can I eat breakfast, lunch or dinner? What is the wait hours between the first pill of the day and the second. I just need to know if I take the first pill early in morning when can I eat breakfast? ## Hello, Tori! How are you? Only about 20 minutes to half an hour, not very long. Just enough time to let it start digesting and entering your blood stream. This antibiotic may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, diarrhea and non-allergic skin rash. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I just started taking Doxycycl Hycl 100mg tablet for sinus infection. Can I also take extra strength tylenol with this medication? ## Hello, Betty! How are you? I didn't find any interactions or problems listed for taking them together, but you should always double check with your doctor to be sure. The antibiotic may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, diarrhea and non-allergic skin rash. Is there anything else I can help with?

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does this medication make doxcycl hycl cap 100mg make your hair fall out. ## No, Doxycycline is an antibiotic that's used to treat or prevent various types of bacterial infections and its normal side effects may include nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Learn more Doxycycline details here. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I have taken Doxycycl for 2 days and am seeing spots and wavy floating lines. Is this serious so as to change medicine

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I just recently received the doxy-cycl hycl 100mg capsule to treat gonerrhea. I'm supposed to take it today but I cannot swallow such a huge capsule. It's a big tourquoise capsule and I have problems with swallowing capsules. Is it safe to open the capsule and stir it in apple juice? Will it upset my stomach or should I be fine? ## Hello, Muneca! How are you? Yes, that's fine to do, as long as your doctor approves. The FDA lists the typical side effects for this antibiotic as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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