How does DOXYCYCLINE MONOHYDRATE work?

DOXYCYCLINE MONOHYDRATE works through the following mechanism: Tetracycline Antibiotic agent.

What are the most common side effects of DOXYCYCLINE MONOHYDRATE?

Reported side effects vary by individual. The side-effects section on this page lists the events most frequently reported to FDA FAERS for DOXYCYCLINE MONOHYDRATE. FAERS is voluntary reporting, so it reflects what was reported, not absolute incidence.

Is DOXYCYCLINE MONOHYDRATE the same as Doxycycline Monohydrate?

Doxycycline Monohydrate is a brand name for DOXYCYCLINE MONOHYDRATE. They share the same active ingredient and FDA-approved indications. Biosimilars and authorised generics may differ in inactive ingredients such as buffers or preservatives.

DOXYCYCLINE MONOHYDRATE

Q: What is DOXYCYCLINE MONOHYDRATE used for?

DOXYCYCLINE MONOHYDRATE (brand name Doxycycline Monohydrate) is a Tetracycline Antibiotic indicated for INDICATIONS AND USAGE To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain effectiveness of doxycycline capsules and other antibacterial drugs, they should be considered in selecting or modifying antibacterial therapy. In the absence of such data, local epidemiology and susceptibility patterns may contribute to the empiric selection of therapy. Doxycycline is indicated for the treatment of the following infections: Rocky mountain spotted fever.

Tetracycline Antibiotic

Brand names: Doxycycline Monohydrate, Vibramycin, Efracea

Oral

Mechanism of Action

Tetracycline Antibiotic agent

Indications

INDICATIONS AND USAGE To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain effectiveness of doxycycline capsules and other antibacterial drugs

they should be considered in selecting or modifying antibacterial therapy. In the absence of such data

local epidemiology and susceptibility patterns may contribute to the empiric selection of therapy. Doxycycline is indicated for the treatment of the following infections: Rocky mountain spotted fever

typhus fever and the typhus group

Q fever

rickettsialpox

Contraindications

• CONTRAINDICATIONS This drug is contraindicated in persons who have shown hypersensitivity to any of the tetracyclines.

FDA Warnings

WARNINGS The use of drugs of the tetracycline class, including doxycycline, during tooth development (last half of pregnancy, infancy and childhood to the age of 8 years) may cause permanent discoloration of the teeth (yellow-gray-brown)
Use of doxycycline in pediatric patients 8 years of age or less only when the potential benefits are expected to outweigh the risks in severe or life-threatening conditions (e
Clostridium difficile associated diarrhea (CDAD) has been reported with use of nearly all antibacterial agents, including doxycycline capsules, and may range in severity from mild diarrhea to fatal colitis
Women of childbearing age who are overweight or have a history of IH are at greater risk for developing tetracycline associated IH

Known Side Effects

12 documented side effects by frequency

Drug Not Working

1-10%

Nausea

1-10%

Fatigue

1-10%

Rash

1-10%

Diarrhea

1-10%

Shortness of Breath

1-10%

Headache

1-10%

Vomiting

1-10%

General Unwellness

1-10%

Dizziness

0.1-1%

Condition Worsened

0.1-1%

Itching

0.1-1%

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Primary sources

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DailyMed FDA label search → DOXYCYCLINE MONOHYDRATE openFDA label JSON → DOXYCYCLINE MONOHYDRATE FAERS adverse-event reports → DOXYCYCLINE MONOHYDRATE ClinicalTrials.gov → completed Phase 2+ trials of DOXYCYCLINE MONOHYDRATE

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Formulations

Dosage Forms

Tablet

Route

Oral