Comprimés et gélules de doxycycline

A propos de la doxycycline

Quelle est l'utilité de la doxycycline ?

Doxycycline is a type of antibiotic that is used to treat a number of different types of infection, including chest infections, some skin conditions, sexually transmitted infections, and infections in or around the mouth.

Doxycycline is also used to prevent people from getting malaria when they travel to countries where malaria occurs.

Although doxycycline can only be obtained on a prescription from a doctor, it is not prescribable on the NHS to prevent malaria. This means that you will be given a private (non-NHS) prescription and you will be asked to pay the full price for the tablets/capsules if you are taking it for this reason.

Effets secondaires de la doxycycline

Common side effects of doxycycline are:

• Maux d'estomac.

• Indigestion.

• Douleurs abdominales.

• Diarrhée.

• Maux de tête.

• Les courbatures.

• Yeast infection (thrush).

• Sécheresse buccale.

• L'anxiété.

• Augmentation de la transpiration.

You will find a full list in the manufacturer's information leaflet supplied with your medicine. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist if any of these side effects continue or become troublesome.

Comment gérer les effets secondaires de la doxycycline ?

Si vous ressentez d'autres symptômes qui pourraient être dus au médicament, parlez-en à votre médecin ou à votre pharmacien qui sera en mesure de vous conseiller.

Who should not take doxycycline?

Some medicines are not suitable for people with certain conditions. Before starting doxycycline it is important that your doctor or pharmacist knows:

• Si vous êtes enceinte, si vous essayez d'avoir un enfant ou si vous allaitez.

• Si vous avez des problèmes de fonctionnement du foie ou des reins.

• Si vous souffrez d'une maladie inflammatoire appelée lupus érythémateux disséminé (également appelé lupus ou LED).

• Si vous souffrez d'une maladie entraînant une faiblesse musculaire, appelée myasthénie grave.

• Si vous prenez d'autres médicaments. Cela inclut tous les médicaments disponibles sans ordonnance, ainsi que les médicaments à base de plantes et les médicaments complémentaires.

• Si vous avez déjà eu une réaction allergique à un médicament.

Comment prendre la doxycycline

• Read the leaflet in the pack before starting doxycycline. It explains how to take it and lists possible side effects.

• Take doxycycline exactly as your doctor tells you. It is usually one dose a day however some people will be prescribed two. For mouth ulcers you may be asked to take four doses a day.

• If taking capsules, you must swallow these whole with a glass of water during mealtime. Sit or stand while taking it, and do not take right before bed to avoid throat irritation.

• If you have been given dispersible tablets (Vibramycin-D®), you should stir these into a small glass of water to take them. Rinse the solution around your mouth for 2-3 minutes, and then spit it out.

• Si vous oubliez de prendre une dose, prenez-la dès que vous vous en rendez compte. Essayez de prendre le nombre correct de doses chaque jour, mais ne prenez pas deux doses en même temps pour compenser une dose oubliée.

• En fonction de la maladie pour laquelle vous êtes traité, votre traitement peut durer d'une semaine à plusieurs mois. Continuez à prendre la doxycycline jusqu'à la fin du traitement, à moins qu'un médecin ne vous dise d'arrêter plus tôt.

Tirer le meilleur parti de votre traitement

• Avoid taking antacids or supplements with iron, magnesium, or zinc within 2 hours before or after doxycycline, as they can make it less effective.

• La doxycycline peut rendre votre peau plus sensible à la lumière du soleil que d'habitude. Évitez les rayons solaires intenses et n'utilisez pas de bancs solaires. Utilisez une crème solaire avec un indice de protection élevé les jours de forte luminosité, même par temps nuageux.

• This antibiotic may stop the oral typhoid vaccine from working. If you are having any vaccinations, make sure the person treating you knows that you are taking this medicine.

• You will be prescribed a brand of doxycycline that is appropriate for your need, as not all brands are suitable for all of these indications.

Comment conserver la doxycycline

• Conservez tous les médicaments hors de la portée et de la vue des enfants.

• Conserver dans un endroit frais et sec, à l'abri de la chaleur et de la lumière directes.

Informations importantes sur tous les médicaments

Questions fréquemment posées

How long does doxycycline take to work?

Doxycycline usually starts working within 24 to 48 hours. Most people notice improvement in their symptoms after 2 to 3 days, but you should keep taking the medicine for the full course prescribed, even if you feel better.

Can you drink alcohol with doxycycline?

Yes, you can drink alcohol in moderation while taking doxycycline as alcohol does not stop doxycycline from working. However, drinking too much can increase side effects such as upset stomach, dizziness, or dehydration. For best results limit your alcohol intake until you finish your course.

Is doxycycline safe to take during pregnancy?

No, doxycycline is generally not safe to take during pregnancy. It can affect the development of a baby’s bones and teeth, especially in the second and third trimesters. Always let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant so you can be prescribed a safer antibiotic.

Does doxycycline make you tired?

Doxycycline can make some people feel tired but it is not a common side effect. If tiredness is severe or doesn't go away, speak to your doctor.

How long does doxycycline stay in your system?

Doxycycline has a half-life of about 18-22 hours, which means it takes roughly 1-2 days for most of it to leave your system after your last dose. However, trace amounts can stay for a few days longer. It is usually fully cleared within 5 days.