Doxycycline

General information

Tablets and capsules are Formulary antimicrobials: Use in accordance with Trust guidelines.

Injection is Restricted formulary antimicrobial: For details see OUH netFormulary

AWaRe antibiotic classification: 'Access'. Use as per guidelines.

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Renal impairment

No dose adjustment required in renal impairment. Not dialysed.

Hepatic impairment

Doxycycline should be avoided or used with caution in patients with hepatic impairment. Doxycycline should also be used with caution in those receiving potentially hepatotoxic drugs.

Pregnancy

Doxycycline is contra-indicated in pregnancy due to its teratogenic side effects.

Breastfeeding

It should not be given to women who are breastfeeding.

Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) for Doxycycline 100mg capsules. Accessed via www.medicines.org.uk 26/03/18. Last updated 21/09/17
The Renal Drug Database. Doxycycline. Accessed via renaldrugdatabase.com 26/03/18. Last updated 20/02/18

General information

Renal and hepatic impairment

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

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