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Vibramycin (Doxycycline Hyclate)

TypeDrug NameDosage 
Vibramycin Capsule (discontinued)100 mg

Generic Equivalent of Vibramycin

No generic equivalents of Vibramycin found.

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Is A Prescription Required To Purchase Vibramycin?

A Prescription is required to acquire Vibramycin from licensed online Canadian pharmacies.

What Are Vibramycin Used for?

Vibramycin belongs to a class of drugs known as antibiotics and is used to treat infections caused by bacteria (germs) such as urinary tract infections, acne, gonorrhea. However, this medication is not used for the treatment of viral infections like a common cold.

How Does Vibramycin Work?

Vibramycin (doxycycline) is an antibiotic and hence, stop’s the ability of the bacteria to make what it needs to grow new cells. This helps to stop the bacterial growth and get rid of the infection.

What Is The Generic Form Of Vibramycin?

The generic form of Vibramycin is doxycycline and is manufactured by Teva Pharmaceuticals.

How Is Vibramycin Supplied and Stored?

Vibramycin is manufactured by Pfizer Canada Inc. and is available in the dosage form of 100 mg, supplied in bottles of 50 capsules.

The medication should be stored at a temperature between 15°C and 30°C. It should be kept out of sight and reach of children.

What Is the Cost of Vibramycin?

Our verified online pharmacy is pleased to offer you Vibramycin 100 mg at an unbeatable price of $194 for a supply of 50 capsules, which is $3.88 per unit. The generic form of Vibramycin (doxycycline) is also available at a price of $29 for a supply of 20 capsules, which is $1.45 per unit. It is best to compare the prices of drugs online at edrugsearch or Pharmacychecker.Com.

Is Doxycycline The Same As Penicillin?

Both doxycycline and penicillin are used for the treatment of bacterial infections. Vibramycin (doxycycline) is a good alternative for the treatment of infections in patients who are allergic to penicillin.

What Infections Is Doxycycline Used For?

Vibramycin (doxycycline) is used for the treatment of bacterial infections such as pneumonia, respiratory infections such as sinusitis, bronchitis, genital and urinary tract infections like urethritis, vaginitis, skin infections, and gastrointestinal infections.

What Not To Do While On Doxycycline?

While taking Vibramycin, you may become more sensitive to sunlight. Hence, avoid excessive sunlight, tanning beds. If you will be exposed to direct sunlight, use sunscreen. Stop using Vibramycin if you become sensitive to the sun. Symptoms of sun sensitivity include rash, blisters and skin breakouts. Do not take iron supplements, multivitamins, calcium supplements, antacids, or laxatives within 2 hours before or after taking doxycycline.

How Do You Take Vibramycin?

Take Vibramycin exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Take the medication when your doctor tells you. Take the dose as prescribed by your doctor. Vibramycin can be taken with or without food. Do not stop taking this medication even if you feel better. Stopping the medication early may increase the risk of bacterial resistance, and make the product not work well in future.

Can I Drink Alcohol While Taking Vibramycin?

Simultaneous use of alcohol with this medication may reduce the antibacterial efficacy of Vibramycin. Hence, alcohol intake should be avoided while taking Vibramycin.

How is Vibramycin Metabolized in Body?

The drug is metabolized in the liver and has a half-life of approximately 18 to 22 hours.

What Are The Possible Side Effects of Vibramycin?

Like all other medications, Vibramycin can also cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Clostridium difficile is a bacteria found in the bowel (gut). It can cause severe diarrhea and inflammation in the bowel (colitis) for some patients who take antibiotics such as Vibramycin. Symptoms of this side effect include bloody or watery diarrhea with or without fever, stomach cramps, and pain. In such a case, stop taking the medication and consult your healthcare professional immediately. Some other side effects of Vibramycin include a change in tooth color, diarrhea, nausea, stomach pain, loss of appetite, vomiting, increased sensitivity to the sun, sunburn. Some rare side effects include rash, pain or difficulty swallowing, yeast infection, hypersensitivity reaction with symptoms such as difficulty breathing, fast heartbeat, dizziness, itching, rash, skin blistering, autoimmune adverse reactions with symptoms like swelling of hands and feet, muscle and joint pain, rash, high blood pressure in the brain with symptoms of headache, nausea, vomiting, blurred vision, double vision and blank spots. If you experience this side effect, stop taking Vibramycin and consult your doctor right away. These are not all the possible side effects of Vibramycin. In case of any unexpected effects, consult your doctor immediately.

When Should You Not Take Vibramycin?

Do not take Vibramycin if you:
  • Are allergic to doxycycline or any other ingredients in Vibramycin
  • Are allergic to a class of drugs known as tetracyclines (antibiotics)
  • Have myasthenia gravis (an autoimmune muscle disorder)
  • Are taking isotretinoin (e.g. Accutane)
  • Vibramycin should not be used in children under 8 years of age

What Should You Tell Your Doctor Before taking Vibramycin?

Before you start taking Vibramycin, be sure to tell your doctor if you:
  • Are pregnant or planning to become pregnant
  • Are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. This drug may pass into breast milk and cause harm to your baby
  • Have trouble in swallowing
  • Have health problems that affect or block the tube that carries food from the mouth to your stomach (known as esophagus)
  • Are taking isotretinoin as both Vibramycin and isotretinoin cause a serious side effect of increased pressure in the brain.

What Medicines Can Interact With Vibramycin?

It is important to tell your healthcare professional about all other medicines that you have taken recently including any kind of supplements and non-prescription drugs.

Do not take Vibramycin if you are taking any of the following:
  • Alcohol
  • Barbiturates used for helping in sleep problems
  • Phenytoin, carbamazepine (drugs used for the treatment of epilepsy)
  • Methoxyflurane (an anesthetic)
Some medications do not allow Vibramycin to work well as it should. These include:
  • Anticoagulants such as warfarin
  • Penicillin (an antibiotic used to treat infection)
  • Drugs to treat upset stomach that contain bismuth subsalicylate
  • Drugs to treat heartburn that contain aluminum, calcium or magnesium
  • Products that contain iron
Do not take these products or medications at the same time of the day as Vibramycin.

Where Can I Buy Vibramycin Online?

If prescribed by your healthcare professional, Vibramycin can be bought directly from Canadian Online Pharmacy. You will not have to wait to start your therapy due to the swift shipping service provided by us.

How Is Vibramycin Delivered?

The standard delivery fee is $10.00. The orders are usually shipped in 2-3 working days after the processing of the order. The medication package is delivered by regular mail within 10-14 business days after it has been shipped.

For further information and aid, you can contact our Customer Service at 1877-240-4438 or email us at customerservice@canadawidepharmacy.com.

References:

1. https://www.pfizer.ca/sites/g/files/g10028126/f/201601/Vibramycin_PM_187868_22-Dec-2015_E.pdf
2. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2008/050795s005lbl.pdf
3. https://www.iodine.com/compare/doxycycline-vs-penicillin
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