What is Doxine (Doxycycline Hyclate) used for?

Doxine (Doxycycline Hyclate) contains the active ingredient Doxycycline. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic and it can be used to treat a wide range of organisms. Doxycycline belongs to a class of medicines called tetracyclines. Doxine works by stopping the growth of bacteria, which cause infections or make acne worse. Doxine (Doxycycline Hyclate) is used to treat infections of the chest, urethra, womb and rectum. It may be used in combination with amoebicides, which are used to treat parasites, and may also be used to treat severe acne.

How should I use Doxine (Doxycycline Hyclate)?

Follow all directions given to you by your physician or pharmacist.

The usual adult dose is 200mg on the first day, followed by 100mg each day from then on. Children over 8 years of age may need smaller doses, depending on their weight. Swallow the tablets whole with a full glass of water. Do not lie down immediately after taking Doxine. Do not stop taking Doxine unless advised by your physician.

Ask your physician if you have any questions about why Doxine (Doxycycline Hyclate) has been prescribed for you.

What are the side effects of Doxine (Doxycycline Hyclate)?

Tell your physician if you notice any of the following and they worry you:

• vomiting
• diarrhoea
• taste loss
• sore mouth or tongue
• loss of appetite
• stomach pain
• oral thrush
• vaginal thrush
• swelling and itching in the genital areas
• staining of the teeth
• nail changes from exposure to sunlight
• persistent noise in the ears

Tell your physician immediately, or go to the hospital if you notice any of the following:

• heartburn
• indigestion
• difficulty swallowing
• severe diarrhoea
• bleeding or bruising
• tiredness
• headaches
• dizziness
• fever
• yellowing of the skin and/or eyes
• dark coloured urine
• no urine
• muscle tenderness or weakness
• sharp chest pain
• severe sunburn
• severe skin rash, itching, or hives
• blistering, flaking or peeling of the skin
• shortness of breath
• swelling of the face, lips or tongue

Please Note

Tell your physician or pharmacist if you are allergic to Doxycycline Hyclate or any other medicines, foods, dyes or preservatives. Tell your physician if you have any other health problems, or if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant or breastfeeding.

Tell your physician if you are scheduled to have surgery under general anaesthetic. Some anaesthetics can interact with Doxine and cause you to become very ill. Tell your physician if you work outdoors or you are likely to be exposed to strong sunlight or ultra-violet light.

You should avoid exposure to strong sunlight while taking this medicine as your skin may be more sensitive to sunburn than normal. You should also tell your physician if you are taking any other medicines, including any that you buy without a prescription from a pharmacy or health food shop.