Oral and Topical Antibiotics Continue

Treats infections. Sold under the Brand Name(s):

• Panmycin®
• Tetracyn®
• Robitet®
• Achromycin V®
• Sumycin®

You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any tetracycline medicine. Do not give this medicine to children under 8 years old because it can permanently change tooth color. You should not use tetracycline if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have liver disease. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Do not eat dairy products (such as milk, cheese, yogurt, or ice cream) within 1 to 2 hours before or after taking tetracycline. You should not use antacids, calcium or iron supplements, sodium bicarbonate (Alka-Seltzer®, baking soda), colestipol (Colestid®), or cholestyramine (Questran®) at the same time you take tetracycline. Birth control pills may not work while you are taking tetracycline. Use other forms of birth control while you are taking this medicine.

Warnings:

• Tetracycline increases the chances of a sun burn. Wear sunscreen if you are in the sun while taking this medicine.
• You should not use this medicine during the last half of pregnancy or while you are breastfeeding.
• Throw away unused tetracycline after the expiration date. It can be harmful.

Side effects:
Call your doctor right away if you have any of these side effects:

• Rash, hives, severe itching, swelling
• Wheezing, trouble breathing
• Severe diarrhea (watery or bloody)
• Blistering or peeling skin

If you have problems with these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor.

• Mild diarrhea
• Nausea, upset stomach
• Sensitivity to sunlight
• Vaginal itching or discharge

Treats infections. Sold under the Brand Name(s):

• Vibra-Tabs®
• Vibramycin®
• Monodox®
• Doryx®
• Novodoxylin®

You should not use doxycycline if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any tetracycline. Do not give this medicine to children under 8 years old because it can permanently change tooth color. You should not use this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Avoid taking the following medicines at the same time (within 2 hours) as doxycycline: antacids such as Maalox® or Mylanta®, calcium or iron supplements, cholestyramine (Questran®), or cholestipol (Colestid®). Birth control pills may not work as well while taking doxycycline. Use other forms of birth control while you are taking this medicine.

Warnings:

• If you have liver disease or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
• Doxycycline increases the chance of sunburn. Protect your skin with sunscreen and clothing if you are in the sun.

Side effects:
Call your doctor right away if you have any of these side effects:

• Skin rash, hives, or itching
• Wheezing or trouble breathing
• Swelling of the face, lips, or throat

If you have problems with these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

• Diarrhea
• Nausea or upset stomach
• Sore mouth or throat
• Sensitivity to sunlight
• Itching of the mouth or vagina that lasts for more than 2 days

Treats infections that are caused by bacteria. Belongs to a class of drugs called tetracycline antibiotics. Sold under the Brand Name(s):

• Minocin® (Oral)
• Dynacin®

You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any tetracycline medicine or if you have sulfite sensitivity. Do not give this medicine to children under 8 years old because it can permanently change tooth color. You should not use this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking any other antibiotics, or blood thinners like Coumadin®. You should not use antacids or iron supplements while you are taking minocycline. Birth control pills may not work while you are taking minocycline. You may need to use other forms of birth control while you are taking this medicine. If you have questions about this, ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist. Before having any surgery or procedures that require general anesthesia, tell the doctor in charge that you are taking this medicine.

Warnings:

• Check with your doctor before taking this medicine if you have kidney disease or liver disease.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
• This medicine may make you dizzy or lightheaded. Avoid driving a car or using machinery until you know how this medicine will affect you.
• This medicine may cause your skin to be more sensitive to sunlight. Your doctor may tell you to avoid direct sunlight and not to use tanning beds. If your skin becomes sunburned, you may need to stop taking this medicine.

Side effects:
Call your doctor right away if you have any of these side effects:

• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, tightness in chest, trouble breathing
• Headache or blurred vision
• Sore throat, heartburn, or pain behind your breastbone
• Severe skin rash or sores
• Stomach pain (severe)

If you have problems with these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
• Problems with hearing
• Skin rash

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