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Vibramycin Tablet

Manufacturer:- Pfizer Inc.
Generic Name:- Doxycycline
Formula:- Doxycycline….100mg
Drug Class:- Tetracycline Antibiotic
Medicinal Form:- Tablet

About Vibramycin Tablet

Vibramycin is an antibiotic. Doctors give it for many bacterial infections. You might get it for chest infections, acne, UTIs, some STIs, or to prevent malaria. It has Doxycycline inside. This stops bacteria from growing.

Vibramycin Tablet Uses

Your doctor might give you Vibramycin for:

  • Bronchitis

  • Pneumonia

  • Skin infections 

  • Urinary tract infections 

  • Sexually transmitted infections

  • Eye infections

  • Tick diseases 

  • Malaria prevention

  • Anthrax

  • Bad gum disease

Vibramycin Tablet Dosage and Administration

Always use the medicine as directed by your doctor:

Adult Dosage:

1 pill once a day

Children Dosage:

Not recommended for kids under 8 (can stain teeth).

How to Take:

  • Swallow whole with lots of water

  • Don't lie down for 30 minutes after the medicine

  • Take with or without food

  • Take with food/milk if stomach upset

  • Don't take antacids, iron, or calcium near Vibramycin time (wait 2-3 hours)

Vibramycin Tablet Warnings

Don't use Vibramycin if you:

  • Are allergic to Doxycycline or similar antibiotics

  • Are pregnant (especially later months)

  • Are giving it to a child under 8

Vibramycin Tablet Precautions

Talk with your doctor first if you:

  • Have liver problems

  • Have kidney problems

  • Have myasthenia gravis

  • Have lupus

  • Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding

Vibramycin Tablet Side Effects

Most people are fine, but some might experience:

  • Feeling sick

  • Vomiting

  • Upset stomach

  • Mild diarrhea

  • Skin rash or itching

  • Sunburn easily

  • Vaginal itching/discharge 

Serious side effects:

  • Headache

  • Blurry vision

  • Severe stomach pain

  • Watery/bloody diarrhea

  • Fever

  • Flu symptoms

  • Skin reaction

  • Yellow skin/eyes

  • Trouble swallowing 

  • Chest pain

Storage Instructions

  • Keep in a cool, dry place

  • Away from children's reach

Packaging and Quantity

Often comes in packs of 10 tablets.

Prescription Requirement

It is a prescription-only medication due to its potential side effects and to prevent misuse.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Vibramycin Tablet

The 100mg dose treats many bacterial infections, like chest /skin /UTI /STIs. Also used for malaria prevention.
Yes, if it upsets your stomach. But avoid taking it only with milk. Keep away from calcium pills and antacids.
Usually no. Feeling tired is likely from the infection. Tell the doctor if very tired.
Vibramycin tablet price in Pakistan ranges from 8-10 rupees. Price varies between pharmacies.
وائبرامائیسن ایک اینٹی بائیوٹک ہے جو مختلف بیکٹیریل انفیکشنز کے علاج کے لیے استعمال ہوتی ہے، جیسے سینے کے انفیکشن، جلد کے انفیکشن (بشمول ایکنی)، پیشاب کی نالی کے انفیکشن (UTIs)، اور ملیریا سے بچاؤ۔ یہ بیکٹیریا کو بڑھنے سے روک کر کام کرتی ہے۔

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