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Indications

Oracea is an acne medication used to treat blemishes, bumps, and acne lesions caused by rosacea.

Doxycycline monohydrate is a tetracycline antibiotic that reduces inflammation caused by rosacea to improve associated skin symptoms. This Oracea formulation does not act as an antibiotic and so does not lead to the development of antibiotic resistance. By offering antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory actions, Oracea helps diminish blemishes, bumps, and acne caused by rosacea.

This dermatological medication is generally well-tolerated with a low incidence of adverse events. Oracea offers a combination of immediate release and delayed-release doxycycline which allows you to take convenient once daily doses that provide lasting relief.

Uses and Dosage

The dose of Oracea that is prescribed will vary depending on the individual. Follow all your doctor’s instructions and read packaging labels carefully to ensure the best therapeutic results.

• Swallow tablets whole, do not crush or chew
• Take on an empty stomach each morning an hour before or two hours after eating
• Drink plenty of fluids when taking the Oracea capsules to prevent esophageal irritation
• Adults should take one 40mg capsule each day
• Do not take an antacid right before or after your dose of Oracea
• Do not take more than your prescribed dose to avoid an increase in side effects and resistance
• Use Oracea for the full length of time prescribed, even if symptoms improve quickly
• Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat
• Keep away from children and pets

Side Effects

Oracea may cause some side effects to develop while reducing blemishes, bumps, and acne caused by rosacea. Speak with your doctor for more information regarding any symptoms that may occur when you’re taking doxycycline monohydrate.

Common Oracea side effects:

• Nausea, vomiting
• Upset stomach, loss of appetite
• Mild diarrhea
• Skin rash or itching
• Darkened skin
• Vaginal itching or discharge

Serious Side Effects

Some more serious side effects may occur when taking doxycycline monohydrate. Stop using this medication and call your doctor if you develop any of the following symptoms:

• Severe stomach pain, watery or bloody diarrhea
• Throat irritation, trouble swallowing
• Chest pain, irregular heart rhythm, feeling short of breath
• Little or no urination
• Low white blood cell counts (fever, chills, swollen glands, body aches, weakness, pale skin, easy bruising or bleeding)
• Increased pressure inside the skull (severe headaches, ringing ears, dizziness, nausea, vision problems, pain behind your eyes)
• Liver or pancreas problems (loss of appetite, upper stomach pain, tiredness, nausea or vomiting, fast heart rate, dark urine, jaundice)

If you develop signs of a serious drug reaction, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms include rash, fever, swollen glands, flu symptoms, muscle aches, severe weakness, unusual bruising, jaundice. This reaction may still occur several weeks after your last dose of Oracea.

Allergic Reactions

Do not take Oracea if you are allergic to doxycycline monohydrate or any other tetracycline antibiotic like demeclocycline, minocycline, tetracycline, or tigecycline. If you develop signs of an allergic reaction, stop using this medication and contact your doctor.

Oracea allergy symptoms may include:

• Hives
• Difficulty breathing
• Swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat
• Fever, sore throat
• Burning eyes, skin pain
• Red or purple rash that spreads and blisters

Cautions

The use of Oracea and other antibiotics during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy could lead to complications and cause harm to your unborn baby. Do not use this medication if you are pregnant; tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.

Doxycycline can decrease the effectiveness of birth control pills. Consult with your doctor about non-hormonal options such as condoms, diaphragm, spermicide, to prevent pregnancy during your Oracea treatment.

Antibiotic medicines like Oracea can cause diarrhea which may indicate an infection. If your diarrhea is bloody or watery, call your doctor and do not use any anti-diarrhea medicine unless directed to do so by your doctor.

Avoid direct exposure to sunlight or tanning beds because doxycycline may cause your skin to burn more easily.

Wait two hours before or after using Oracea to take iron supplements, multivitamins, calcium supplements, antacids, or laxatives.

Children under the age of 8 should only use doxycycline in severe or life-threatening conditions. Oracea may cause permanent yellowing or graying of children’s teeth.

To ensure your safety in taking Oracea, tell your doctor if you have ever had any of the following:

• Liver disease
• Kidney disease
• Asthma or a sulfite allergy
• Increased pressure inside your skull
• If you also take isotretinoin, seizure medication, or a blood thinner

Do not breastfeed while taking Oracea because it can pass into breast milk and affect the bone and tooth development in your nursing infant.

Some drugs may interact with doxycycline monohydrate and cause adverse reactions. To avoid this, tell your doctor about all the medications that you take, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Form and Strength

This acne medication is available in the form of modified release hard capsules.

Oracea capsule strength:

• 40mg

The 40mg Oracea modified release capsules are available in quantities of 28 and 84.

FAQ

What should you not take with Oracea?

You should not take any antacid medications that contain calcium, aluminum, magnesium, or iron right before or after taking your dose of Oracea. If you need to take any of these medicines, wait at least 2 hours before or after taking Oracea to ensure each medication works its best.

How long after taking Oracea can I eat?

You can eat an hour after taking your Oracea dose in the morning. The medication can also be taken two hours after eating if you prefer, as long as you are on an empty stomach so that your body can better absorb the doxycycline monohydrate.

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