Doxycycline Monohydrate 100 mg - Single Tablet

Doxycycline
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    About this item
    DESCRIPTION:

    Doxycycline Monohydrate is used to treat bacterial infections, Lyme disease, chlamydia, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, and other susceptible bacterial infections. It is an antibiotic with bacteriostatic properties.

    Key Benefits:

  • Doxycycline is a comprehensive tetracycline antibiotic that works to treat a broad range of bacterial infections.
  • It does so by inhibiting the protein synthesis of bacteria.
  • It is bacteriostatic against several gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria.

    Formulated For: Intended for cats and dogs.

    How is Medication Given?

  • Generally, dogs will require a dose of 2 mg to 5 mg for every pound of body weight administered every 12 to 24 hours.
  • Dosage rate and treatment duration will be based upon the dog's individual infection severity.
  • While it's not essential that this medication is administered with food, your dog should have constant access to water while taking this medication.
  • Follow your veterinarian's directions when using this product.
  • Do not allow your dog to consume any dairy product during treatment with this medication. This can reduce medication absorption within the body.
  • Do not administer expired Doxycycline. This can cause kidney damage and even death.

    What Results Can I Expect? Doxycycline:

  • Treats Lyme Disease
  • Treats Chlamydia
  • Treats Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever
  • Treats Urinary Tract Infections
  • Treats a Number of Other Infections
  • Is a Broad-Spectrum, Once-Daily Antibiotic

    What Form Does Medication Come In? Tablet

    Dose and Administration: Tablets are sold individually in a single strength (100 mg).

    Possible Side Effects:

  • Nausea and diarrhea are the most common adverse reactions related to this medication.
  • If you observe any signs of an allergic reaction, including swollen lips, swollen tongue, trouble breathing, or facial hives, withdraw use and pursue emergency treatment.
  • Certain dogs may also experience inappetence, hair loss, lesions, confusion, or jaundice.

    Precautions:

  • Never administer to a pregnant animal, as it can be harmful to offspring.
  • Never administer to a nursing animal, as it can cause slow bone growth and discolored teeth.
  • Never administer a multivitamin, calcium supplement antacid, or laxative within 2 hours of Doxycycline dosing.
  • This medication can cause increased sunlight sensitivity and a resulting sunburn.
  • Never administer expired Doxycycline. It can cause a kidney-damaging, severe syndrome. Dispose of expired Doxycycline properly.

    Storage Recommendations: Store in a cool dry place at room temperature.

    In Case of Overdose: Contact the nearest emergency pet clinic.

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