{"product_id":"doxycycline-injection-tetracycline-antibiotic-lyophilized-powder-10-ml","title":"Doxycycline Injection, Tetracycline Antibiotic, Lyophilized Powder 10 mL x 10\/Box (RX)","description":"\u003cp\u003eDoxycycline Injection is a broad-spectrum, semi-synthetic antibiotic belonging to the tetracycline class. The product is supplied as a lyophilized powder that is reconstituted for intravenous (IV) infusion. Manufactured by Slate Run Pharmaceuticals, this injectable form is particularly useful when oral therapy is not feasible (e.g., patients unable to swallow or with GI tract absorption issues).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoxycycline injection\u003c\/strong\u003e is indicated for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSevere bacterial infections susceptible to doxycycline, especially when oral administration is not appropriate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRespiratory tract infections:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pneumonia, bronchitis caused by susceptible organisms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntra-abdominal infections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin and soft tissue infections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUrinary tract infections (UTIs)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRickettsial infections:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rocky Mountain spotted fever, typhus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSexually transmitted infections (STIs):\u003c\/strong\u003e Chlamydia trachomatis, syphilis (in penicillin-allergic patients), pelvic inflammatory disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnthrax (including inhalational post-exposure), plague, tularemia, and brucellosis\u003c\/strong\u003e as part of bioterrorism preparedness or rare exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad-spectrum activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Effective against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, including atypical organisms (Chlamydia, Mycoplasma, Rickettsia).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIV formulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Critical for patients unable to take oral doxycycline (e.g., vomiting, unconsciousness, NPO status).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood tissue penetration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Useful for deep-seated or disseminated infections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlternative therapy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beneficial for those allergic to penicillin and cephalosporins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation and Administration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReconstitution:\u003c\/strong\u003e The lyophilized powder is reconstituted with the provided diluent (usually sterile water or compatible IV fluid) according to manufacturer’s instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDilution:\u003c\/strong\u003e The reconstituted solution is further diluted for IV infusion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdministration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Administer the diluted solution by slow IV infusion (never as a rapid IV bolus), typically over 1-4 hours depending on the total dose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDosing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dosage varies by indication, patient age, and renal\/hepatic function. Adults typically receive 100 mg every 12 hours, but always follow specific dosing recommendations by your healthcare provider or local protocols.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Only healthcare professionals should prepare and administer this medication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSide Effects\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Side Effects:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGI upset (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInjection site reactions (pain, phlebitis)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkin photosensitivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadache\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerious\/Uncommon Side Effects:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSevere allergic reactions (anaphylaxis, rash)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHepatotoxicity (liver dysfunction)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlood disorders (eosinophilia, anemia, thrombocytopenia)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntracranial hypertension (persistent headache, blurred vision)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuperinfection (candida or Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhea)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWarnings \u0026amp; Precautions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHypersensitivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to tetracyclines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePregnancy\/Breastfeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use with caution. Tetracyclines can cause permanent tooth discoloration and inhibit bone growth in the fetus\/infants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePediatric use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not recommended for children under 8 years (except for inhalational anthrax or other life-threatening infections), as it can cause teeth discoloration and enamel hypoplasia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRenal \u0026amp; Hepatic Impairment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dose modifications may be required; monitor functions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhotosensitivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advise patients to avoid excessive sunlight\/UV exposure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuperinfection risk:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prolonged use may result in opportunistic fungal\/bacterial overgrowth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProfessional Guidance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlways use under the supervision of a healthcare provider.\u003c\/strong\u003e Assess other medications and patient history to avoid significant drug interactions (including anticoagulants, penicillins, and retinoids).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Slate Run Pharmaceuticals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54354753585520,"sku":"70436-0032-82","price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/0350\/files\/Doxycycline-Injection-Lyophilized-Powder-10-mL-Slaterun-Pharma.jpg?v=1790089894","url":"https:\/\/www.mountainside-medical.com\/products\/doxycycline-injection-tetracycline-antibiotic-lyophilized-powder-10-ml","provider":"Mountainside Medical","version":"1.0","type":"link"}