What is Doxycycline?
Doxycycline is an antibiotic that helps treat bacterial sinusitis, a condition characterized by the swelling of the sinuses. This leads to a stuffy, blocked nose that can make breathing difficult. Sinusitis doesn’t always require treatment, but if your symptoms persist or worsen, you may need antibiotics (potentially alongside other treatments to help reduce inflammation).
How does Doxycycline work?
Doxycycline is from the drug class called tetracyclines. These medicines inhibit protein synthesis, preventing bacterial growth. This weakens the bacteria, making it easier to kill and treat infections.[1]
Will I get side effects with Doxycycline?
Yes, thereโs a chance of getting side effects when taking Doxycycline, but not everyone will get them. The side effects might include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Heart inflammation
- Heartburn
- Vaginal infection
Taking Doxycycline with food or milk can reduce the risk of side effects like nausea. These side effects should go away once you stop taking it.
Is it safe to drink alcohol while taking Doxycycline?
You should avoid drinking alcohol while on Doxycycline, as it may interfere with how the medicine works and might increase the risk of side effects.
What doses of Doxycycline are there?
Doxycycline comes in one dose of 100mg. The typical dose is two tablets daily for up to 10 days.
Treated trusted source:
- Parmar M, Patel P. Doxycycline Hyclate. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2025 Jan
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