Doxicip (Generic Doxycycline)
Product: Generic Doxycycline
Drug name: Doxycycline
Packaging Type: Strips of 10 x 100mg Tablets
Manufacturer: Cipla
| Generic Doxycycline 100mg Prices |
| 10 tablets of Generic Doxycycline 100mg |
US$5.00 |
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| 100 tablets of Generic Doxycycline 100mg |
US$40.00 |
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| 200 tablets of Generic Doxycycline 100mg |
US$70.00 |
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| 400 tablets of Generic Doxycycline 100mg |
US$120.00 |
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Use
Generic Doxycycline is used to treat bacterial infections in the body such as acne, interstitial cystitis, chlamydia, pelvic inflammatory disease, inhalational anthrax and other conditions.
Some people have used this medication containing doxycycline as a preventative against contracting malaria whilst travelling in countries with a high prevalence of the disease. Some have also experienced unwanted side effects from this course of treatment. You are advised to speak to your doctor before taking this course of action.
Generic Doxycycline is ineffective in treating viral infections such as the common cold and influenza.
Dosage
Typically dosage levels for adults is 1 tablet daily. The correct dosage will depend on the condition you are taking Generic Doxycycline for. You are advised to follow your doctor's directions. Generic Doxycycline is best taking with a large glass of water to prevent stomach irritation. It is also best taken on an empty stomach, either 1 hour before or 2 hour after a meal. It may be taken with food if you find Generic Doxycycline causes stomach upsets. Do not break or crush the tablet.
Side effects
Unwanted side effects can occur when taking this medication. You may experience
- nausea
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- an inflammation of the mouth or tongue
- enterocolitis
- increased skin sensitivity to the sunlight
Precautions
Generally, taking anti-biotics as preventatives is not advised. The body's immune systems can build a resistance to the anti-biotic reducing its effectiveness in fighting infection.
Oral contraceptive pills containing estrogen may not work properly while taking Generic Doxycycline. You may need to use alternative methods of contraception while taking Generic Doxycycline.
Taking Generic Doxycycline during pregnancy or while breast feeding is not recommended. You should talk to your doctor about alternative medications or specific dosage levels that may reduce the risk of harming your baby.
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