Doxycycline Hyclate

Medically Reviewed by HaVy Ngo, Pharm.D.

Last Reviewed: Jun 21, 2022

Pros & Cons


What are the pros and cons of doxycycline?

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  • Available as a generic at a lower price
  • Effective against a wide range of bacteria infections
  • Well-tolerated by most people

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  • Can cause permanent teeth discoloration later on in a child’s life if taken during the second or third trimester of pregnancy
  • Does not provide complete protection against malaria
  • Can make hormonal birth control less effective
  • Can potentially cause severe skin reactions such as Steven-Johnson syndrome and DRESS