Doxycycline for Bronchitis User Reviews (Page 2)

• mle
• February 11, 2017

"The first time I took one of these pills, I felt extremely nauseous. The next day when I took another dose, I threw up 20 minutes later. I was puking for a good half hour. I am never taking this again."

• Barf
• May 17, 2017

"Glad to know I'm not alone after reading all the reviews. My doctor prescribed this to treat Bronchitis/possible pneumonia. Doc notes and prescription label never said anything about taking with food. The only thing the doc said was to stay out of the sun and avoid caffeine. Horrible stomach churning, major dry heaving every single time after taking this crazy pill twice a day. For 10 days I dreaded the nauseous, nausea, disgusting feeling. After all that, I'm still sick. Whomever created this pill is crazy and so is my doctor for prescribing this to me. Amoxicillin has been fine in the past, worst experience with a pill ever. Does the vomiting mean I'm allergic to doxycycline?"

• TomFh
• November 8, 2015

"Have never taken this medicine before for Bronchitis. Have had upset stomach, diarrhea, body aches. Have taken w/wo food and no difference in symptoms. Had no relief. I stopped taking and should have taken amoxicillen instead."

• Ricky
• February 21, 2017

"I was prescribed this medication along with benzonatate for bronchitis. It says to take on an empty stomach. Which is crazy it made me extremely sick and vomited. Definitely take it after eating. Took about 3 days to improve my condition."

• Joys...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 5, 2017

"8/28/17 went to ER with Severe & unusual headache (with previous/ current health issues ), and wanted to rule out stroke (as I was diagnosed in 2013 with 'TIA' a mini stroke). After tests a stroke was ruled out but told I had Bronchitis. Hmm, never got a answer on how they came up with that conclusion & was given a RX for Doxycycl HYC 100MG ( 2X's a day for 10 day's ) after 1st days dose Wow! The nausea, Even More Severe headache & body pain, etc... & the headache was even more Severely Pounding than when I 1st went into ER ! 2days into taking this STUFF, this Drug! I searched the web for info & found there's Way too many severe & serious Side Effects for me that outweigh any possible benefits ! So I'm done ! I'm through with this drug too!"

• Margo
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 12, 2018

"I went to the Drs day after my trip on a plane because I woke up with a severe sore throat and could hardly swallow. He asked me if I was coughing I said not yet but I can't breath too well. After visit he says I have acute bronchitis and prescribed doxycycline. The first day I had bad headaches but Tylenol usually help and it helped me sleep. The 2nd day I started coughing and lots of green mucus (sorry that sounds awful) but I can now breathe. The only side effects I had are headaches and muscle spasms and oh my toes when I'm trying to sleep. I've had no stomach problems. Have to take them for 7 days and I will see how I feel. I have not been sick with the flu, cold, bronchitis, pneumonia for over 8 years so this getting sick is terrible for me. I blame it on the plane ride."

• Deej
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 16, 2019

Doxy 100 (doxycycline) "Prescribed for persistent cough (8 weeks). Had little to no effect on cough, but a week after finishing course noticed development of very sore and sensitive finger nails, disappearance of cuticles, and slightly swollen round nails, very uncomfortable nail beds."

• Fiasco
• September 24, 2016

"Took entire 1 week cycle. It did nothing for my bronchitis symptoms. Lots of nausea, and I almost never get nauseous. Going back to the doctor to request a chest x-ray. Want to be sure I don't have pneumonia."

• RMano
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 2, 2022

"After 5 months of nightmare sinus issues, short of breath, burning in chest, back pain, sore throat, mouth infection, raspy voice...my reg doctor and ENT specialist along with lung specialist could not help me! CT scan clear, x ray clear?? I was taking antibiotics and no help... I knew I had inflammation in my bronchial tubes because prednisone would help me for a very short time. After reading about the possibility that I had a bacterial infection that no one was looking for...I read that Doxycycline 100 was a great treatment for this! I had some in my home from a prior issue but never needed them! I took 2 per day, morning and night (200 ) for first 3 days, then went down to one a day for another 5 days. After the 1st pill I was feeling 50% better and after day 3 100% better!!!!! Side effects were awful, nausea, stomach pain, constipation, headache, short breath, chest pressure, soar throat, lol....but it was all worth it!! Can’t wait to tell my doctors, thanks for nothing!!!!"

• Macie
• November 21, 2017

"Does nothing for me. I have been on it for 8 days-still have the same symptoms as when I went to the doctor. Wheezing-coughing, congested head, sinus drainage,, etc. I wouldn't take this again-it's like the 7 day wonder pill they all prescribe -that doesn't work for bronchitis for me & this useless medicine isn't going to cure my problem either. Waste of money. I don't get sick often-but when I do-I need the antibiotics that will help me get well-not the dosage of this junk I was prescribed."

• Torto...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 4, 2018

"I was prescribed doxycycline 100mg 2 a day for 10 days after struggling with a persistent cough that was going on for 2 months. Within 2 days my cough was non existent and I finally had a full night of sleep. Then came the problems. On the 3rd day, I hadn’t eaten breakfast before taking my morning dose. I was sent home from work after vomiting it up. That night I took it on a full stomach and no problem. On the 5th day (today) it was really hot outside. Walking into work with jeans and a T-shirt, I felt like the UV rays were penetrating my clothes. After work I got in the pool, but couldn’t stand it after 30 minutes. My skin was burning so bad. Photosensitivity is a side effect it seems. 3rd strike was my throat was starting to feel raw a few days ago. Back around my tonsils and far back top of mouth around sinuses and uvula. It is slightly red too. It isn’t a typical sore or swollen throat. It’s just raw and hurts. So I’m done with these antibiotics."

• Shelley
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 22, 2023

"Was prescribed doxy 100mg twice a day for bronchitis. I had some mild nausea and reflux (I have gastritis), and I found it helped to take this with food and especially with yogurt. Do not lie down for at least an hour after taking it. I had a slightly upset tummy the first day or two, but I always take a probiotic with and after antibiotics (saccharomyces boulardi helped sort that out). I got quite a nasty rash taking doxy. I think it was a photo (sun) sensitivity rash as I only got it on areas that were exposed to the sun and got sunburned (my ankle and my chest). I ended up with raised itchy bumps and small blisters. By day 4, I realized doxy was not working for my bronchitis and was switched to cefuroxime for a few days, which finally cleared the infection. Although I didn't have a very bad reaction to it, I don't feel like it worked for my bronchitis, so that is why I am giving it a lower rating."

• gsh
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 13, 2022

"Began taking 100mg twice a day after a course of high-dose Augmentin didn't help in the slightest with I could feel this working after the 1st dose. I have zero side effects, except I feel like a new man and I hope this continues."

• Susie
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 13, 2022

"I took this while taking a very strong steroid and the steroid gave me terrible anxiety during and after. I thought it was all over and had a few days left of the doxycycline and honestly I don’t know how anyone can stand taking that medication. It gave me a ton of anxiety during and after that I had at first attributed to the steroid. It also gave me a headache while it worked its way out of my system. I will, however, say that I got better and I was the sickest I had ever been with acute sinusitis, acute bronchitis, and suspected Covid but with a negative test."

• AJ2020
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 13, 2022

"First time I took Doxycycline, had horrible, severe anxiety, felt as if was clawing up walls, stop taking 3rd day. Recently was given Doxycycline again for lung infection, I refused medication, shared with doctor, I'll take any alternative, I'm not taking Doxycycline. Dr, states I had a very severe lung infection, I had no choice. After long discussion. I gave med a chance, I'm taking 100mg, 2x daily for 5 days. To my surprise on 4th day, I've had no side effects. Lung infection clearing up, I can breathe fully now, thank goodness. I am able to sleep, just feel a little tired, but manageable. I believe various med manufacturer makes a difference in side effects. I had same experience with Amox/Clav. Ask pharmacy, what pharmaceutical company, try different pharma company. Good luck to everyone."

• LadyD...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 22, 2021

"This was prescribed for severe bronchitis. I took for about five days and it really didn’t help the bronchitis but it tore my stomach up. I felt like my stomach lining was on fire and burning up. I lived off of Roland’s chews for two weeks and couldn’t eat a thing for the same amount of time. I lost 15 lbs during that time. On that fifth day, I realized it might be the doxy so I quit taking it and called the Dr to get something else for my bronchitis. I’m still suffering with bouts of stomach burning and pain."

• Newbie
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 7, 2021

"While I normally never have reactions to a new medication, this one I did. 1/2 hour after taking it I had diarrhea and vomiting. Prescribed for bronchitis. 100 mg. 1st dose was w/out food. I'll try 2nd dose with food and see how that goes."

• kbhar...
• July 26, 2015

"this is my 2nd day of taking it. I do feel a bit better. I noticed some posters speaking about nausea. take this med about 15 minutes after a FULL meal. NEVER on an empty stomach. "

• Boo...
• July 3, 2011

"Very powerful. Works good for the infections but the side effects are cruel. For an hour and a half after I take it I have severe nausea, belching with it coming up, and stomach cramps."

• Herr
• October 4, 2009

"Extreme stomach discomfort and nausea as well as severe headaches and vaginal itch"

• Cherry
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 31, 2018

"Best antibiotic, no side effects and fast effective treatment."

• Mano
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 13, 2019

"doxycycline had little effect on treating the bronchitis"

• Anonymous
• November 12, 2015

"First time taking it, found out after a week of taking it I'm allergic to it...red ITCHY rash from head to toe. And now I have diarrhea too, ugh."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 28, 2022

"Totally worthless to me. It has gotten worse since I started taking this drug. Cost was even higher where I am required to get filled."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 7, 2022

"After 48 hrous my symptoms were not reduced. I will return to the doctor for a different script."