Doxycycline
Doxycycline is a tetracycline antibiotic. It is prescribed for acne, rosacea, chest infections, sexually transmitted infections, Lyme disease, malaria prevention and other bacterial infections. Below you will find how it is used, how it works, its possible side effects and the brands of Doxycycline you can order online from Sargodha.
What is Doxycycline used for?
Doxycycline is an antibiotic for acne, rosacea, chest and urinary infections, some sexually transmitted infections, and malaria prevention.
How Doxycycline works
Doxycycline stops bacteria making proteins they need to grow and multiply.
Side effects of Doxycycline
Many people take Doxycycline without any trouble. When side effects do occur they are usually mild, and may include:
- Nausea or stomach upset
- Sun sensitivity
- Diarrhoea
- Oesophageal irritation if swallowed without water
Seek help for severe headache with vision changes, severe diarrhoea or a severe rash.
Before you take Doxycycline
- Take Doxycycline with a full glass of water and stay upright for 30 minutes.
- Avoid antacids, iron and calcium for 2 hours around the dose.
- Use sunscreen and cover up in strong sun.
- Not for pregnancy or young children.
- Finish the full course.
Doxycycline brands available in Pakistan
These are the Doxycycline products currently listed on SargodhaBazar.pk. Prices are per pack and can change, so check the product page for the latest price.
| Medicine | Made by | Pack | Price | Stock |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adoxa 100mg Tab | Pharma Health | 30 tablets | Rs 269 | In stock |
| Axidox 100mg Capsules | Axis Pharma | 100 capsules | Rs 653.75 | In stock |
| Contimycin Capsule | Asian Continental | 100s | Rs 845 | In stock |
| Doxybact 100mg Tablet | Martin Dow Pharmaceuticals Ltd | 50s | Rs 240 | In stock |
| Maxfyl 400mg Tablet | Neutro Pharma | 10 tablets | Rs 190 | In stock |
| Maxfyl Syrup | Neutro Pharma | 100mg/5ml | Rs 190 | In stock |
| Nordox 100mg Capsule | Platinum Pharmaceuticals Ltd | 30 capsules | Rs 273 | In stock |
| Supramycin 100mg Capsule | Merck Marker Ltd | 100s | Rs 749 | In stock |
| Vibramycin Capsule 100mg | Pfizer Laboratories Ltd | 120 capsules | Rs 1,261.38 | In stock |
| Vibramycin Tablet | Pfizer Laboratories Ltd | 30 tablets | Rs 269.41 | Out of stock |
| Voxicin 100mg Capsule | Rasco Pharma | 100 capsules | Rs 556 | In stock |
This page gives general information only and is not a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist.