Doxycycline (Vibramycin)

C. diff Risk

Low

Oral Bioavailability

Excellent

Approximate Cost

~$0.10/day

Spectrum Of Activity

Dosing

100mg PO BID

General Information

Common Usage

  • Skin and soft tissue infection

  • Community acquired pneumonia

  • Malaria prophylaxis

  • Zoonoses

  • Methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus infections

Adverse Effects

  • GI upset and erosive esophagitis

  • Photosensitivity rash

  • Teeth staining

Major Interactions

  • Divalent cations - decreased absorption

  • Increased digoxin levels

  • Increased INR with warfarin

  • Some anticonvulsants can decrease doxycycline levels

Additional Information

Good option for atypical pneumonia coverage if QT prolongation is a concern.

Pharmacology

Antimicrobial class: Tetracycline

Pregnancy category: D

Average serum half life: 18 hours

Biliary penetration: Therapeutic

CSF penetration: Poor

Lung penetration: Therapeutic

Urine penetration: Therapeutic