2007-03-17 20:32:01 · 8 answers · asked by hilary 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
Take in order to make sure since one day does not really cause significant side effects compared to not taking it which will make the bacteria more resistant to doxycycline the next time you take it. I assure your safety...no risk!!!
2007-03-19 03:39:02 · answer #1 · answered by Mike 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends why you're taking doxycycline. If it is for an active infection, you probably should take an extra dose. You do risk some side effects like diarrhea or getting burned easily by the sun.
However, most people on doxycycline take it for months or years for acne or something similar. In that case, you are not really treating an infection, so it won't matter too much if you skip the dose. When used for acne, rosacea, or some eyelid conditions, doxycycline mostly works by changing the composition of the skin's oil secretions so pores won't get plugged up as much.
2007-03-18 11:06:16 · answer #2 · answered by Jeye 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look at the origination date on the prescription bottle and the quantity count how many days youve had the bottle and how many pills you have left if you havnt missed any othher doses you should be able to figure out if you took your medicine today by how many pills are left. for help in the future I keep a little calender next to my meds after i take them I put an X on the date. It really works try it
2007-03-18 08:15:49 · answer #3 · answered by Bob Sacamanno 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no danger if an extra dose is taken just once, but missing one dose can breed a resistant strain of bacteria.
2007-03-18 03:58:57 · answer #4 · answered by J.SWAMY I ఇ జ స్వామి 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you call your local pharmacy they should be able to help! :) (a 24-hour store, that is)
2007-03-18 03:40:49 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no,because it doesn't hurt if you ont take one but if you take too much ......who knows what could happen SIDE EFFECTS
2007-03-18 03:38:19 · answer #6 · answered by XxJadlesxX 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ring your doctor and ask.
i wouldn't trust anyone on here.
2007-03-18 03:36:47 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it would not hurt if u did
2007-03-18 06:21:27 · answer #8 · answered by braille 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋