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Indications

Vibra-Tab is an antimalarial medication used to treat bacterial infections in your body as well as pimples and abscesses caused by rosacea. This medication is also used to prevent malaria and treat anthrax infections after exposure.

Doxycycline is a tetracycline antibiotic drug that kills bacterial cells in your body and prevents their growth by inhibiting their protein synthesis. This drug has antibacterial properties against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria helping Vibra-Tab treat and prevent many types of infections.

Dosage and Administration

The dose of Vibra-Tab that is prescribed will vary depending on the individual and severity of infection being treated. Follow all your healthcare provider’s instructions and read packaging labels carefully to ensure the best results during treatment. Do not change your dose or take this medication for a different span of time than prescribed.

• Swallow tablets whole
• Take with a full glass of water or another liquid
• If irritation occurs, take with food or milk
• Most adults initiate treatment with 200mg taken as 100mg every 12 hours for the first day
• Starting the second day of treatment, adults take a maintenance dose of 100mg once daily
• Adults with more serious infections may be prescribed 100mg every 12 hours
• Children weighing less than 45kg being treated for severe infections should take 2.2mg/kg every 12 hours
• Those weighing less than 45kg with less severe infections should take 4.4mg/kg divided on the first day of treatment followed by 2.2mg/kg either once daily or divided
• Children over 45kg should take the recommended adult doses
• Store at room temperature out of reach of children and pets

Usual treatment regimens:

• Adults with uncomplicated gonococcal infections should take 100mg twice daily for 7 days
• Those with uncomplicated urethral, endocervical, or rectal infections should take 100mg twice daily for 7 days
• Nongonococcal urethritis patients should take 100mg twice a day for 7 days
• Adults with syphilis should take 100mg twice daily for 2 weeks
• Acute epididymo-orchitis patients should take 100mg twice daily for at least 10 days

To prevent malaria:

• Adults are recommended to take 100mg daily
• Children older than 8 should take 2mg/kg once daily up to 100mg a day
• Start treatment 1 to 2 days before traveling to areas with malaria
• Continue treatment throughout your travel and for 4 weeks upon leaving the malarious area

To treat inhalational anthrax after exposure:

• Adults should take 100mg twice daily for 60 days
• Children who weigh less than 45kg should take 2.2mg/kg twice daily for 60 days
• Children weighing more than 45kg should take the adult dose

Side Effects

Vibra-Tabs may cause you to develop some side effects while killing bacteria and inhibiting its spread. Speak with your healthcare provider to learn more about any symptoms you may experience during treatment.

Common Vibra-Tab side effects:

• Bulging soft spot on the head of an infant
• Discomfort or burning sensation in your chest
• Cracked skin
• Decreased vision
• Difficulty breathing
• Double vision
• Swelling
• Chills
• Nosebleeds
• Pain or burning in your throat
• Rash
• Redness or other skin discolouration
• Nausea
• Stomach pain

Serious Side Effects

Some more serious adverse effects may occur during treatment with Vibra-Tabs. Contact your healthcare provider immediately once you notice any of the following symptoms:

• Diarrhea
• Itching in your genital area
• Pain during sexual intercourse
• Thick, white vaginal discharge with no odour or a mild odour
• Back, leg, or stomach pain
• Black tarry stools
• Bleeding gums
• Blistering or peeling skin
• Blood in your urine
• Change in colour vision
• Chest pain or tightness
• Chills
• Constipation
• Cough
• Decreased appetite
• Difficulty swallowing
• Discoloured thyroid glands
• Dizziness
• Fast heartrate
• Fever, headache
• Hive, itching, or swelling of your eyelids or around your face, lips, or tongue
• Rash
• Increased sensitivity to light
• Increased thirst
• Joint or muscle pain
• Painful or difficult urination
• Red spots under your skin
• Skin redness
• Sores or ulcers in your mouth or on your lips
• Tiredness, weakness
• Vomiting

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Allergic Reactions

Do not take Vibra-Tabs if you are allergic to doxycycline. Stop using this medication and call your healthcare provider right away if you develop any of the following signs of an allergic reaction:

• Hives
• Difficulty breathing
• Swelling of face or throat

Cautions

• When used during stages of tooth development such as the last half of pregnancy, infancy, and childhood up to the age of 8, Vibra-Tabs could cause permanent tooth discolouration. The risk of this occurring is increased when the medication is taken long-term.
• Diarrhea is a common reaction of many antibacterial drugs, including Vibra-Tab and cause range from mild to severe.
• Contact your healthcare provider if you develop severe diarrhea before taking any antidiarrhea medicines because they could make your condition worse.
• To ensure your safety when taking Vibra-Tabs, tell your healthcare provider if you have any of the following conditions:
  • Asthma
  • Diarrhea
  • Intracranial hypertension
  • Vaginal yeast infection
  • Kidney disease
• Ask your healthcare provider about the risks of breastfeeding while taking Vibra-Tabs.
• Do not use Vibra-Tabs if you are pregnant because the medication can cause harm to your baby. Use effective methods of birth control to prevent pregnancy.
• Birth control pills that contain estrogen may not work as effectively during treatment with Vibra-Tabs. To prevent pregnancy while taking this medication, use other contaceptive methods such as condoms, diaphragm, or contraceptive foams.
• Vibra-Tabs may cause discolouration of your skin, nails, eyes, teeth, gums, or scars. Contact your healthcare provider if you have any questions of concerns.
• Vibra-Tabs may cause your skin to become more sensitive to sunlight. Avoid direct exposure to the sun or artificial UV rays, wear protective clothing and sunscreen. Even short periods in the sun could lead to skin rash, itching, redness, or skin discolouration.
• If you develop a fever, rash, joint pain, or tiredness, contact your healthcare provider because these could be signs of a serious autoimmune syndrome.
• Some drugs can interact with Vibra-Tab and cause unwanted effects. Tell your healthcare provider about all the medications you take, including over the counter medicines, but especially any of the following:
  • Acitretin
  • Other antibacterial medicines such as amoxicillin, ampicillin, methicillin
  • Certain hormones and steroid medications like estradiol, ethinyl estradiol, and levonorgestrel
  • Magnesium sulfate
  • Tretinoin
  • Antacids that contain aluminum, calcium, or magnesium
  • Iron
  • Rifampin
  • Rifapentine
• Avoid drinking alcohol or smoking tobacco during treatment because they can cause an increase in adverse reactions.

Form and Strength

This antibacterial and antimalarial medicine is available in tablet form.

• Vibra-Tab tablet strength:
  • 100mg

The 100mg strength Vibra-Tabs are available in quantities of 100.

FAQ

What should you avoid when taking Vibra-Tabs?

During treatment with Vibra-Tab you should avoid taking any antacids that contain aluminum, magnesium, or calcium.

You should also avoid taking any medications or supplements that contain iron or any laxatives. Antibiotics can often cause you to develop diarrhea which can become serious; if this occurs, speak to your healthcare provider before taking any anti-diarrhea medication.

Should I take Vibra-Tabs with or without food?

Vibra-Tab tablets can be taken with or without food while maintaining similar concentration levels and effectiveness. If you experience gastrointestinal discomfort or other symptoms when taking this medication without food, you can take your doses with food or with milk. Follow all your healthcare provider’s instructions for the best results during treatment.

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