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Doxycycline-WGR 100 mg Tablets

Doxycycline

BRAND INFORMATION

Brand name

Doxycycline-WGR

Active ingredient

Doxycycline

Schedule

S4

1. Why am I taking DOXYCYCLINE-WGR?


DOXYCYCLINE-WGR contains the active ingredient doxycycline hyclate. DOXYCYCLINE-WGR is an antibiotic used to treat certain types of infections, control acne and prevent some forms of malaria, sometimes in combination with another antimalarial medicine.
For more information, see Section 1. Why am I taking DOXYCYCLINE-WGR? in the full CMI.

2. What should I know before I take DOXYCYCLINE-WGR?


Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to doxycycline hyclate, other tetracyclines, or any of the ingredients listed at the end of the CMI. Talk to your doctor if you have allergies to any medicines, have any other medical conditions, take any other medicines, work outdoors or are likely to be exposed to strong sunlight or ultra-violet light, are scheduled to have surgery under general anaesthetic, or are pregnant or plan to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
For more information, see Section 2. What should I know before I take DOXYCYCLINE-WGR? in the full CMI.

3. What if I am taking other medicines?


Some medicines may interfere with DOXYCYCLINE-WGR and affect how it works.
A list of these medicines is in Section 3. What if I am taking other medicines? in the full CMI.

4. How do I take DOXYCYCLINE-WGR?

  • Your doctor or pharmacist will tell you how many tablets you will need to take each day.
  • Swallow the tablets whole with a full glass of water or milk while sitting or standing upright.

More instructions can be found in Section 4. How do I take DOXYCYCLINE-WGR? in the full CMI.

5. What should I know while taking DOXYCYCLINE-WGR?

Things you should do
  • Remind any doctor, dentist or pharmacist you visit that you are taking DOXYCYCLINE-WGR.
  • Tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or worsen, you get severe diarrhoea, you become pregnant while taking this medicine, or you are about to have any blood tests.
  • If you are taking iron preparations you must take them at least two hours before or two hours after DOXYCYCLINE-WGR.
Things you should not do
  • Do not stop taking your medicine because you are feeling better unless advised by your doctor.
  • Do not give your medicine to anyone else, even if they have the same condition as you.
  • Do not use DOXYCYCLINE-WGR to treat any other complaints unless your doctor tells you to.
Driving or using machines
  • Be careful before you drive or use any machines or tools until you know how DOXYCYCLINE-WGR affects you.
Drinking alcohol
  • Tell your doctor if you drink alcohol.
Looking after your medicine
  • Keep your tablets in their pack until it is time to take them.
  • Store below 25°C. Protect from light.

For more information, see Section 5. What should I know while taking DOXYCYCLINE-WGR? in the full CMI.

6. Are there any side effects?


Less serious side effects include: oral/vaginal thrush, rash/itching, nail changes, stomach upset/vomiting, mild irritation of the oesophagus, taste loss, ringing in ears. Serious side effects include: depression, feeling anxious/nervous, muscle tenderness/ weakness, painful swollen joints, increased pressure in brain, severe blisters and bleeding in lips, eyes, mouth, nose and genitals, severe skin reactions, difficulty in/pain with swallowing, dizziness, fast heart rate, frequent bruising, passing less urine, yellowing of eyes/skin, severe upper stomach pain often with nausea and vomiting.
For more information, including what to do if you have any side effects, see Section 6. Are there any side effects? in the full CMI.

BRAND INFORMATION

Brand name

Doxycycline-WGR

Active ingredient

Doxycycline

Schedule

S4