Doxycycline (Oral Route)

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Doxycycline (Oral Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Adoxa
  • Adoxa CK
  • Adoxa Pak
  • Adoxa TT
  • Alodox
  • Doryx
  • Monodox
  • Oracea
  • Periostat
  • Vibramycin Calcium
  • Vibramycin Hyclate
  • Vibramycin Monohydrate
  • Vibra-Tabs

Description

Doxycycline is used to treat infections and to help control acne. It is also used to treat the pimples and abscesses (usually on the face) that are caused by rosacea, also known as acne rosacea or adult acne. Doxycycline may also be used for other problems as determined by your doctor. Doxycycline will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Tablet
  • Powder for Suspension
  • Capsule
  • Capsule, Extended Release
  • Tablet, Delayed Release
  • Capsule, Delayed Release
  • Syrup
Before Using

DR601831

Portions of this document last updated:

Nov. 1, 2009

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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