doxycycline

doxycycline
n.
a tetracycline antibiotic used to treat a variety of infections caused by a wide range of bacteria and other microorganisms. It may also be used in the prevention and treatment of malaria and the treatment of mouth ulcers. It is administered by mouth and side-effects are those of the other tetracyclines.
Trade names:
Periostat, Vibramycin.

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