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Explain The Difference Between Erythromycin And Doxycycline?
I had been prescribed erythromycin 250mg two tabs four times a day.it had side effects on me of loose bowls very tired generally feeling awful.this had been changed to doxycycline 100mg one per day. Could you explain the difference of the antibiotics. Thank you
Tue, 25 Mar 2014
Dear Friend.
Welcome to HCM. I am Dr Anshul Varshney.
Both the antibiotics belongs to different class. Both have ther own indications.
I would like to know that for what condition, you were prescribed these medications as there are a numerous use of these antibiotics. We use them for a lot many infectious conditions ranging from Sore throat to STD's
Mostly abdominal upset is seen with doxycycline.
This is my best advise for you based on available details. Ask me if you have any further query.
Welcome to HCM. I am Dr Anshul Varshney.
Both the antibiotics belongs to different class. Both have ther own indications.
I would like to know that for what condition, you were prescribed these medications as there are a numerous use of these antibiotics. We use them for a lot many infectious conditions ranging from Sore throat to STD's
Mostly abdominal upset is seen with doxycycline.
This is my best advise for you based on available details. Ask me if you have any further query.
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