Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following:
- Severe allergic reaction: Difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat, hives. Severe stomach pain or persistent vomiting. Diarrhea that is watery or bloody. Signs of a Clostridium difficile infection (C. diff): persistent diarrhea, fever, stomach cramps. Yellowing of your skin or eyes (jaundice). Dark urine. Unusual bruising or bleeding. Severe headache or dizziness. Seizures. Ringworm symptoms worsening despite treatment.
Medication Interactions
Inform your doctor about all medications, supplements, and herbal remedies you are taking. Certain medications can interact negatively with doxycycline.
Ringworm Progression
While doxycycline may be prescribed for ringworm, it’s usually not the first-line treatment. Monitor your ringworm closely. If the infection spreads, intensifies, or doesn’t improve within a reasonable timeframe (usually a few weeks, check with your doctor’s specific instructions), seek immediate medical attention.
Take photos of your ringworm regularly to track its progress. Compare new images to older ones to see any differences in size, color, or texture.
Other Concerns
If you have any concerns or questions regarding your doxycycline treatment or the progression of your ringworm, contact your healthcare provider. Don’t hesitate to reach out for clarification or additional guidance.
