A Chemical on the Prop 65 List

Doxycycline is a bacteriostatic antibiotic used for the treatment of infections such as Lyme disease, Chlamydia, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever and bacterial infections caused by susceptible organisms.

Dogs and Cats

Doxycycline is used to treat infections.

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Side effects may include vomiting and diarrhea.If stomach upset occurs, try giving the medication with food. These symptoms may go away during treatment. This product may increase sensitivity to the sun. Sunburn may occur on hairless areas such as the nose, eyelids and ears. If any of these symptoms occur or become bothersome, contact your veterinarian.

Other side effects may occur. If you notice anything unusual, contact your veterinarian.

Doxycycline should be given orally as directed by your veterinarian.

This medication does not have an FDA approved indication for use in animals, but it is a common and acceptable practice for veterinarians to prescribe this human medication for use in animals.

Make sure to tell your veterinarian what other medication you are giving your pet. Quite often your veterinarian may prescribe two different medications, and a drug interaction may be anticipated. In this case, your veterinarian may vary the dose and/or monitor your pet more closely. The following drugs can potentially interact with doxycycline: barbiturates, carbamazepine, sodium bicarbonate, antacid preparations containing aluminum, calcium, iron or magnesium, anti-diarrheal compounds containing kaolin and pectin or bismuth, laxatives. Administer doxycycline 1 to 2 hours before administering antacids, anti-diarrheal compounds and laxatives. Contact your veterinarian if your pet experiences any unusual reactions when different medications are given together.

Allergic reactions to medications may occur. Be sure to inform VetSource and your veterinarian if your pet has any known drug sensitivities or allergies. If your pet displays symptoms of an allergic reaction, call your veterinarian immediately or go to a veterinary emergency clinic. Symptoms may include but are not limited to: swollen lips, tongue, face, airways; difficulty breathing; agitation; profuse salivation; vomiting; widespread hives and itching