DOXYCYCLINE 20MG-ORAL (cont.)
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your dentist/doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially of: vitamins/minerals (e.g., magnesium, aluminum, calcium, iron, zinc), quinapril, didanosine, antacids, sucralfate, live bacterial vaccines, bismuth subsalicylate, other antibiotics (e.g., penicillins/cephalosporins), carbamazepine, phenytoin, barbiturates (e.g., phenobarbital), "blood thinners" (e.g., warfarin), methoxyflurane. Though unlikely, this medicine may decrease the effectiveness of oral contraceptives. Consult your doctor or pharmacist about other types of birth control. This drug may interfere with certain laboratory tests (catecholamines). Inform lab personnel that you are using this. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others. This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only. Do not increase the dose or use this medication to treat an infection, unless directed to do so by your doctor. Laboratory , dental and/or medical tests may be performed to monitor for side effects and response to treatment.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
Last Editorial Review: 3/2/2005
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