What is Adoxa/Doxycycline Monohydrate used for?

This medicine is an antibiotic and is used to treat infections caused by certain bacteria.

If you have any questions about your medicine, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider. This medicine is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about this medicine. If you have any questions about your medicine, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

How should Adoxa/Doxycycline Monohydrate be stored?

Store in a dry place at room temperature between 59° - 86°F. Keep out of reach of children and pets

General drug information:

When should Adoxa/Doxycycline Monohydrate not be taken?

Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to this medicine or to any ingredient present in this medicine.

What precautions should I follow when taking Adoxa/Doxycycline Monohydrate?

Before using this medicine, tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you are taking any herbal products, if you are taking blood thinners if you have stomach problems if you have peptic ulcers if you have any other medical condition like liver or kidney function impairment, heart ot lung problem

What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Adoxa/Doxycycline Monohydrate?

Do not take this medicine just before going to bed. It may not dissolve properly when you are lying down and can cause pain in your throat. This medicine may increase your sensitivity to sun. Keep out of the sun, or wear protective clothing outdoors and use a sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps or sun tanning beds or booths while using this medicine.

What are the side effects of Adoxa/Doxycycline Monohydrate?

Most severe: Dark yellow or brown urine, difficulty breathing, increased sensitivity to the sun or ultraviolet light, headache, itching in the rectal or genital area, pain on swallowing, redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth, stomach pain or cramps

Most common: Diarrhea, discolored tongue, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, sore mouth

Other: Skin rash or itching, tingling or numbness of the hands or feet, unusual bleeding or bruising, unusual tiredness or weakness, yellowing of eyes or skin.

How should I take Adoxa/Doxycycline Monohydrate?

How much medicine you take and how often you take it depend on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of the medicine you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Do not stop taking this medicine without checking with your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking this medicine. Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist. Birth control pills (contraceptive pills) may not work properly while you are taking this medicine. Use an extra method of birth control for at least one month. Antacids can stop this medicine from working properly. If you get an upset stomach and want to take an antacid, make sure there is an interval of at least 2 hours since you last took doxycycline, or 4 hours before your next dose.