doxycycline

[annette123]

hello, doc wants me to take doxycycline for an infection in my finger; worried about cellulitis i guess. Reading online, doxycycline doesn't seem to be one of the worst offenders but I am, of course, concerned taking any antibiotic. Does anyone have advise about this antibiotic?

with your good health in mind

[beth22]

My mother took it for almost a month after she had c diff ( a few years later) and had no relapse. I also took it without it causing a relapse. My ID told me it is one of the safer ones to take post c diff, but as you know, any antibiotic can cause c difficile. However, if the finger needs treating, best treat it so it doesn't get worse and then you might need a stronger antibiotic.

[Bobbie]

I, too, took doxy without a problem, and I am very susceptible to c diff. We can’t guarantee you won’t have a problem as everyone one is different.

Best of luck. Fingers crossed.

[roy]

If the infection is not resolving on its own follow your Dr's advice.
If it's minor and improving then it might be worth waiting a day or two.
Only you can judge if it's worth the risk.