Doxycycline Drug Interactions (Cont.)

 
Oral Contraceptives
If doxycycline and an oral contraceptive is taken together, the doxycycline may reduce the effectiveness of the contraceptive. Discuss alternate birth control options with your healthcare provider prior to taking doxycycline to prevent this interaction.
 
Penicillin
If you are taking doxycycline, it is not recommended that you take penicillin at the same time. The doxycycline may affect penicillin's ability to fight infection. Discuss alternate options with your healthcare provider to keep this interaction from occurring.
 

Doxycycline Drug Interactions: A Summary

It is possible that not all doxycycline drug interactions were discussed in this article. If you still have questions or concerns after reading this article, talk with your healthcare or pharmacist about any specific interactions that may apply to you.
 

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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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