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Will continuous intake of Doxycycline for 10 days cause intracranial hypertension?
Query: Topic: Doxycycline and Intracranial Hypertension. I was prescribed 10 days Doxycycline (100mg twice a day) for a mild ear infection. I went back at 5 days and they said the infection was cleared and that I was able to stop taking it. I felt kind of stuck, because I was afraid to stop taking an ant... Read Full »
Dr. Peter Bryant Rapsing Grutas
Answer: Hello! Thank you for this information. Although doxycyline may induce intracranial hypertension, it is relatively safe as long as you are guided by a doctor, and not a prescription online alone . Risk factor of developing intracranial hypertension in women includes obesity and with history of intr... Read Full »