
Does Doxycycline Cause Weight Gain Or Loss?

Question: Does Doxycycline cause weight gain or loss?
Brief Answer:
Depends on the duration of use
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I understand your concerns but doxycycline is known to cause decreased appetite and weight loss on short term use. however on long term use for more than six months it can cause weight gain and increased body weight.
Hope I have answered your query.
Regards,
Dr. Salah Saad Shoman, Internal Medicine Specialist
Depends on the duration of use
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I understand your concerns but doxycycline is known to cause decreased appetite and weight loss on short term use. however on long term use for more than six months it can cause weight gain and increased body weight.
Hope I have answered your query.
Regards,
Dr. Salah Saad Shoman, Internal Medicine Specialist
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