{"id":54768,"date":"2022-10-26T11:16:21","date_gmt":"2022-10-26T15:16:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=54768"},"modified":"2025-11-17T10:00:54","modified_gmt":"2025-11-17T15:00:54","slug":"doxycycline-hyclate-side-effects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/doxycycline-hyclate-side-effects\/","title":{"rendered":"Doxycycline side effects and how to avoid them"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/doxycycline-hyclate\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doxycycline hyclate<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a widely used <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/how-do-antibiotics-work\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">antibiotic<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that treats many bacterial infections, including respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and sexually transmitted infections. It\u2019s also a first-line treatment for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/lyme-disease-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lyme disease<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and can be used for severe acne. It belongs to a group of medications called tetracycline antibiotics, which fight bacteria by blocking their growth. Like all antibiotics, doxycycline may cause side effects, some of which may be serious.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"common-side-effects-of-doxycycline\"><b>Common side effects of doxycycline<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most people taking <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/doxycycline-hyclate\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">doxycycline<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> don\u2019t typically experience severe adverse effects. Side effects are usually mild and go away after treatment or as the body gets used to the drug. Some of the most common <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessdata.fda.gov\/drugsatfda_docs\/label\/2025\/205931s006,208253s004lbl.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects of doxycycline<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> may include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Upset stomach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diarrhea<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sore throat or throat irritation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stomach cramps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loss of appetite<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anxiety<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vomiting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headache<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yeast infection<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sensitivity to UV light or sunlight<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skin discoloration<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tooth discoloration<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"serious-side-effects-of-doxycycline\"><b>Serious side effects of doxycycline<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dailymed.nlm.nih.gov\/dailymed\/drugInfo.cfm?setid=f18daceb-33a3-4931-9be7-ecd6356cc119\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">serious side effects<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of doxycycline are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Liver problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kidney problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inflammation of the lining of the heart (pericarditis)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Esophagitis or esophageal ulcer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood disorders, such as hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia, and neutropenia<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased pressure in the skull (intracranial hypertension or pseudotumor cerebri)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clostridium difficile overgrowth and severe diarrhea<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Severe skin reactions (Stevens-Johnson syndrome, exfoliative dermatitis, toxic epidermal necrolysis, or erythema multiforme)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Severe allergic reactions, which may cause difficulty breathing or a severe skin rash<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This may not be a complete list of possible side effects. Read the prescription label and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare provider to discuss potential side effects of doxycycline.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-soon-do-doxycycline-side-effects-start\"><b>How soon do doxycycline side effects start?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of doxycycline\u2019s side effects begin early in treatment, like nausea or an upset stomach. An allergic reaction could also happen rapidly after the first dose, while other severe side effects are linked to long-term use of the drug. However, doxycycline is often taken over a fairly short period, usually a week to 10 days.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-long-do-doxycycline-side-effects-last\"><b>How long do doxycycline side effects last?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mild doxycycline side effects, like nausea or rash, go away soon after stopping the medicine. More serious side effects, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/clostridium-difficile-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">severe diarrhea<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, esophagus irritation, and rare skin and blood reactions, can take longer and may need medical care. Sun sensitivity may last for a short time after treatment. In young children, tooth discoloration can be permanent.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-are-the-long-term-side-effects-of-doxycycline\"><b>What are the long-term side effects of doxycycline?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/doxycycline-monohydrate-vs-hyclate\/#\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doxycycline hyclate<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> isn\u2019t usually taken long-term. However, the most serious concerns are antibiotic resistance, which can lead to superinfections, and overgrowth of C. difficile, which can cause severe diarrhea. Both are serious and even life-threatening risks, so long-term treatment is often avoided. Some people do, however, take doxycycline over the long term, particularly for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/acne-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">acne<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/rosacea-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">rosacea<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. In those cases, healthcare providers may order regular lab tests to make sure the medicine isn\u2019t causing harm.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\t\t<div id=\"coupon-cta\" class=\"coupon-cta master-template\">\n\t\t\t<p id=\"headline\">Save up to 80% on Doxycycline with SingleCare<\/p>\n\t\t\t<p id=\"subheadline\">Different pharmacies offer different prices for the same medication. 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Exceptions can be made for women with anthrax or with malaria when other treatments don\u2019t work.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"breastfeeding\"><b>Breastfeeding<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Breastfeeding is not recommended in women who are taking doxycycline or for five days after the last dose. Doxycycline is present in human breast milk and could cause serious side effects in the nursing infant, such as tooth discoloration and slowed bone growth.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"children\"><b>Children<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doxycycline and other tetracycline antibiotics are usually avoided in children under 8 years old. An exception is made for serious, potentially life-threatening infections such as anthrax or Rocky Mountain spotted fever. These drugs can affect developing teeth, leading to enamel defects and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/rocky-mountain-spotted-fever\/hcp\/data-research\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">discoloration<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"doxycycline-warnings\"><b>Doxycycline warnings<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All antibiotics should be used carefully. Although they\u2019re effective drugs, they can also cause serious problems.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Teeth discoloration: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking doxycycline during pregnancy, infancy, or before age 8 can cause permanent tooth discoloration (yellow, gray, or brown) and sometimes weak enamel. It should only be used in young children when absolutely necessary.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bone growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In babies and young children, doxycycline may slow bone growth. This usually improves once the medicine is stopped.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Severe diarrhea (C. difficile infection): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like many antibiotics, doxycycline can cause a serious intestinal infection that may appear during treatment or even up to two months later. It can range from mild diarrhea to life-threatening colitis.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sun sensitivity: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doxycycline can make the skin extra <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/druginfo\/meds\/a682063.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sensitive to sunlight<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, leading to a serious sunburn.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Severe skin reactions: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rare but serious reactions (such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic skin reactions, or widespread rashes) have been reported.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pressure in the head (intracranial hypertension): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doxycycline can, in rare cases, increase pressure inside the skull, causing headaches, blurred or double vision, or even vision loss. This risk is higher in women of childbearing age, people who are overweight, or those also taking isotretinoin.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Kidney effects: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tetracyclines can raise blood urea nitrogen (BUN), but this effect has not been shown to worsen kidney function in people taking doxycycline.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Malaria prevention: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doxycycline helps <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/prepare-prevent-malaria-traveling-abroad\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prevent malaria<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> but doesn\u2019t fully block the parasite. People taking it can still pass malaria on to mosquitoes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Antibiotic resistance: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using doxycycline when it\u2019s not truly needed can make <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/antibiotic-stewardship\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bacteria resistant<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, making future infections harder to treat.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Other infections:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Long-term use may allow non-susceptible bacteria or fungi to overgrow, which can cause new infections that require different treatments.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"abuse-dependence-and-withdrawal\"><b>Abuse, dependence, and withdrawal<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doxycycline is not a drug that people abuse. It does not cause physical dependence or withdrawal symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"overdose\"><b>Overdose<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get emergency medical treatment or call a poison control center if too much doxycycline is taken. If taking doxycycline at home, the typical dosage is 100 mg once or twice per day, but doses will be determined by a healthcare provider.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"doxycycline-interactions\"><b>Doxycycline interactions<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like many prescription drugs, doxycycline can interact with other medicines and affect how well either one works. Some drug interactions can increase side effects, while others can make doxycycline less effective.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Retinoids:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Taking doxycycline with a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/retinoids\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">retinoid<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/isotretinoin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">isotretinoin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, could increase the risk of intracranial hypertension, or increased fluid pressure in the brain. Retinoids should be avoided while taking doxycycline.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Blood thinners:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Doxycycline can slow down blood clotting, so <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/anticoagulants\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">blood thinners<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/warfarin-sodium\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">warfarin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> may need to have their dosages reduced.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Penicillins:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Doxycycline may reduce the ability of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/penicillins\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">penicillins<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to kill bacteria, so the combination is generally avoided.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Antacids and iron supplements:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Antacids with aluminum, calcium, or magnesium, as well as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/bismuth-subsalicylate\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bismuth subsalicylate<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and iron supplements, can block doxycycline from being absorbed. Doxycycline should be taken at least 2 hours before or after these medicines.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Birth control pills:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Doxycycline may reduce the effectiveness of oral contraceptives, so an extra method of birth control is recommended while taking this antibiotic.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Live vaccines.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Doxycycline may reduce the effectiveness of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/bcg-vaccine\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BCG<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or cholera vaccines.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Seizure medicines and barbiturates:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> These medications can shorten the half-life of doxycycline, causing the body to clear it faster and lowering its effectiveness. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/anticonvulsants\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seizure medications<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> include phenytoin and carbamazepine, while <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/barbiturates\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">barbiturates<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> include phenobarbital and pentobarbital.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lab tests:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Doxycycline can sometimes cause false results in urine tests for catecholamines.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-avoid-doxycycline-side-effects\"><b>How to avoid doxycycline side effects<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doxycycline side effects are generally mild and temporary. Still, taking certain steps may help prevent problems.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"1-share-your-full-health-history-with-your-provider\"><b>1. Share your full health history with your provider<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let your healthcare provider know about all of your medical conditions, especially if you have liver or kidney disease, or if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding. It\u2019s also important to mention specific drugs you\u2019re taking, such as blood thinners and retinoids.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"2-take-it-with-plenty-of-water\"><b>2. Take it with plenty of water<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swallow each dose with a full glass of water and stay upright for at least 30 minutes. This reduces the chance of throat irritation or esophageal ulcers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"3-avoid-bedtime-dosing\"><b>3. Avoid bedtime dosing<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking doxycycline right before lying down increases the risk of esophageal irritation. Try to take it earlier in the day or evening.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"4-take-it-with-a-meal\"><b>4. Take it with a meal<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking doxycycline on an empty stomach may cause nausea and stomach upset. Consider taking doxycycline with a small meal (excluding <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/2767766\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dairy products<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) to help prevent digestive side effects.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"5-protect-the-skin-from-sunlight\"><b>5. Protect the skin from sunlight<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doxycycline can make the skin more sensitive to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/sun-protection-tips\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sunlight and UV light<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which may lead to severe sunburn. Avoid tanning beds, limit sun exposure for several days after stopping the drug, and use protective clothing plus high-SPF sunscreen while taking it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"6-complete-the-prescribed-course\"><b>6. Complete the prescribed course<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unless serious side effects occur, take the full course of doxycycline even if you\u2019re feeling better. In most cases, the symptoms of the infection will clear up in a few days after starting doxycycline. However, stopping early can allow the infection to return. Never take extra doses beyond what your doctor prescribed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-treat-side-effects-of-doxycycline\"><b>How to treat side effects of doxycycline<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not all side effects are avoidable. Most improve with simple treatments at home, but a few side effects may require medical attention.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"headaches\"><b>Headaches<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headaches can be improved by drinking fluids and resting. Before taking over-the-counter pain relievers, ask your healthcare provider for medical advice. Severe or persistent headaches should be reported immediately.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"nausea\"><b>Nausea<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stay hydrated and sip fluids if you feel sick to your stomach after taking doxycycline. If vomiting is severe or does not improve, contact your healthcare provider.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"diarrhea\"><b>Diarrhea<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration. Seek emergency care if diarrhea is severe, watery, bloody, or accompanied by abdominal pain. In rare cases, dangerous infections can develop weeks or months after finishing doxycycline.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"increased-pressure-in-the-brain\"><b>Increased pressure in the brain<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Severe headaches and dizziness are symptoms of a potentially serious side effect of doxycycline. Seek immediate medical help if these symptoms develop. 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Symptoms of an allergic reaction or severe skin reaction include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hives<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swelling of the face, throat, or mouth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rash, blistering, or peeling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trouble breathing or swallowing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fever, flu-like symptoms, sore throat, muscle pain, or weakness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy bruising<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Serious reactions may be a medical emergency. Consult a healthcare provider and go to the nearest emergency room if these symptoms arise.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"bottom-line-is-doxycycline-hyclate-safe\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bottom line: Is doxycycline hyclate safe?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doxycycline is a safe and effective antibiotic when used as prescribed, especially for the short-term treatment of infections. While most side effects are mild, rare instances of serious reactions have been reported, particularly with longer-term use.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider taking the tablets with food and plenty of water, and let your care team know about medical conditions you have or other medications you take, including dietary supplements and herbal products. 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