Doxycycline 100 mg capsules contain the antibiotic doxycycline, which belongs to the tetracycline group of medicines. For PGD supply, doxycycline is used for the prevention of malaria in adults travelling to areas where malaria parasites are resistant to chloroquine. Malaria risk varies by destination, season and local resistance patterns.

Doxycycline works by inhibiting the growth of malaria parasites in the blood. It is taken once daily, making it a convenient option for malaria prophylaxis when daily dosing is suitable. Treatment needs to be started shortly before travel, continued throughout the stay in the malaria-risk area, and maintained for a period after leaving the area to ensure protection.

Doxycycline 100 mg capsules are suitable for adults and children over 12 years who require malaria prophylaxis and are able to take tetracycline antibiotics. They should be swallowed whole with fluid and taken regularly at the same time each day.

Read all of the patient information carefully before use.

Our service does not include a prescription. Instead, your treatment will be supplied under a legal framework called Patient Group Direction (PGD), and the process will follow these steps:

1. Complete a health questionnaire:

Provide detailed information about your health, medical history, and previous weight management attempts.

2. Pharmacist assessment:

Our pharmacist will review your responses and may reach out via phone or video call to confirm your suitability for Mounjaro.

3. Private consultation:

All consultations are private and confidential. This gives you the opportunity to ask questions and ensure Mounjaro is the right choice for your needs.

4. All-inclusive pricing:

The price you pay includes the consultation fee, with no hidden costs.

5. Identity verification:

You'll need to provide identification during the consultation to confirm that you are the intended user. This is required only during your first order.

6. Photographic evidence request:

You’ll be asked to submit photographic evidence of your weight and relevant medical history to ensure safe and accurate consultation.

Purchasing this medication does not guarantee its supply. The decision if this medication is right for you will be made together with the pharmacist during your consultation, and ultimately the decision to supply the medication is with the pharmacist. Any orders found not suitable will be refunded.

Main ingredients: Doxycycline hyclate equivalent to 100 mg doxycycline base.
Excipients: Gelatin, magnesium stearate, shellac glaze, sodium lauryl sulfate, starch, quinoline yellow (E104), erythrosine (E127), patent blue V (E131), titanium dioxide (E171), iron oxide black (E172), propylene glycol.

Doxycycline 100 mg capsules are indicated for the prevention of malaria caused by chloroquine-resistant Plasmodium falciparum.

Adults and children over 12: The recommended dose for malaria prevention is 100 mg once daily.

Dosing should begin 1–2 days before entering a malaria-risk area, continued daily throughout the stay, and for 4 weeks after leaving the area.

The capsule should be swallowed whole with a full glass of water while sitting or standing. It should be taken well before going to bed, and you should remain upright for at least 30 minutes after taking it to reduce the risk of irritation to the gullet. If stomach irritation occurs, the capsule may be taken with food or milk, as this does not significantly affect absorption.

If vomiting occurs shortly after taking a dose, medical advice should be sought, as an additional dose may be required. Doxycycline should be taken regularly at the same time each day to maintain effective protection.

General advice includes avoiding excessive sunlight or ultraviolet exposure while taking doxycycline, as the skin may become more sensitive to sunburn.

Do not take doxycycline if you are allergic to doxycycline, other tetracyclines, or any of the ingredients in this medicine. Doxycycline must not be taken during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, as it can affect tooth and bone development in the unborn or breast-fed child.

Doxycycline should not be used in children under 12 years of age due to the risk of permanent tooth discolouration. It should be used with caution in people with liver problems, myasthenia gravis, porphyria, or systemic lupus erythematosus, as symptoms may worsen.

Exposure to strong sunlight or UV light can cause severe sunburn reactions while taking doxycycline. Treatment should be stopped and medical advice sought if severe skin reactions occur.

Doxycycline can interact with other medicines. Antacids, iron, zinc or bismuth preparations can reduce its absorption and should not be taken at the same time. Certain medicines used for epilepsy, blood thinning medicines such as warfarin, oral contraceptives, penicillin antibiotics, ciclosporin, retinoids such as isotretinoin, and alcohol may also interact.

This medicine is not expected to affect the ability to drive or use machines. However, serious reactions such as severe headache with visual disturbances, signs of allergic reaction, or severe skin reactions require urgent medical attention.

Very common side effects may include feeling sick or being sick.

Common side effects include headache, nausea or vomiting, and worsening of systemic lupus erythematosus in people who already have this condition.

Uncommon side effects include heartburn and vaginal infection.

Rare side effects include anxiety, difficulty swallowing, sore mouth or tongue, flushing of the skin, ringing in the ears, soreness or itching of the genital or rectal area, inflammation of the bowel, increased pressure in the skull with severe headache and visual changes, liver inflammation or abnormal liver tests, skin discolouration, loosening of nails after sun exposure, joint or muscle aches, and increased blood urea levels.

Side effects of unknown frequency include permanent tooth discolouration or reduced tooth growth when used during tooth development.

Serious side effects requiring urgent medical attention include signs of a severe allergic reaction such as swelling of the face or throat, difficulty breathing, widespread rash or itching; severe or bloody diarrhoea that may occur during or after treatment; severe skin reactions with blistering of the skin, mouth or eyes; drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS); and very severe headache with visual disturbances, which may indicate increased pressure in the skull.