doxycycline monohydrate

Tetracycline antibiotics, such as doxycycline monohydrate, can cause permanent tooth discoloration and yellow, gray, or brown staining of teeth in babies and young children under the age of 8. It can also cause thinning of the teeth (enamel hypoplasia) and affect growth and development of teeth in children. The risk is higher with long-term use of the medication or with repeated short-term courses. The risk is also higher during the second half of pregnancy. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or your child is younger than 8 years old, avoid using doxycycline monohydrate unless it's absolutely necessary to treat a life-threatening infection. Speak with your provider about the risks and benefits of this medication.

Antibiotics, such as doxycycline monohydrate, can cause severe diarrhea known as Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea (commonly known as C. diff). Antibiotics get rid of the good bacteria in your gut and change the normal conditions of your gut and colon. This leads to the growth of bacteria like C. diff. This can happen anytime while you're taking doxycycline monohydrate and even over two months after you stop taking the antibiotic. C. diff diarrhea can become life-threatening if it isn't treated properly. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you have diarrhea, loose or watery stools, fever, stomach pain and cramps, nausea, vomiting, or loss of appetite.

Doxycycline monohydrate can cause high pressure in your brain, a condition called intracranial hypertension or pseudotumor cerebri. The chances are higher in women of childbearing age who are either overweight or have a history of high pressure in the brain. The risk is also higher if you take doxycycline monohydrate with isotretinoin (Absorica). It usually goes away after you stop taking doxycycline monohydrate, but it can cause permanent vision loss. Call your healthcare provider right away if you have a headache, dizziness, blurred vision, swelling inside your eye, double vision, vision loss, or any vision changes.

Avoid using doxycycline monohydrate if you're pregnant or plan on becoming pregnant because it can cause serious harm to your unborn baby. Doxycycline monohydrate can cross the placenta and have harmful effects on the growth and development of your unborn baby's teeth and bones. It can also affect bone growth when given to babies who were born early. Pregnant women shouldn't take doxycycline monohydrate unless it's absolutely necessary.

Doxycycline monohydrate can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight and cause serious sunburns. Avoid direct exposure to sunlight by wearing sun-protective clothing, such as hats. Apply sunscreen or sunblock lotion before going outside, even on cloudy days. You should also avoid tanning beds while taking doxycycline monohydrate. If you notice skin redness, irritation, or sunburn, stop taking doxycycline monohydrate and let your healthcare provider know.

Make sure to take your dose of doxycycline monohydrate with plenty of water and avoid lying down for at least 30 minutes afterwards. This is because if the medication is stuck in your esophagus, there's a risk that it can cause irritation and damage, and sometimes ulcers ,in the esophagus. Let your provider know right away if you start to feel pain or a burning sensation in your throat or chest. If your esophagus is damaged, then your provider might ask you to stop taking doxycycline monohydrate.

Tetracyclines, such as doxycycline monohydrate, have been associated with autoimmune problems (when your immune system attacks parts of your body). Let your provider know if you experience fever, rash, joint pain, or if you're feeling unwell while taking this medication.

Doxycycline monohydrate can cause some areas on your skin to become darker, including your nails, skin, and eyes. Contact your provider if you notice any skin changes.

Like other antibiotics, using doxycycline monohydrate can lead to overgrowth of other bacteria or fungi. This can lead to a new infection, such as a vaginal yeast infection. Let your provider know if you experience symptoms of an infection, such as fever, chills, or vaginal itching, discharge, or odor.