does taking tetracycline for over a year cause aplastic anemia?
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In most cases, doctors do not know the cause of aplastic anemia. In about 20% of patients, the disease develops from an inherited disorder, such as Fanconi anemia. Aplastic anemia may also be caused by high doses of radiation or certain chemicals or viruses. There is evidence that in many people aplastic anemia is an autoimmune disease. This means that the body's immune system is reacting against itself. The immune system attacks the bone marrow and stops it from making enough blood cells.
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Tylenol past expiration will not harm you, but it might be sub-potent.  The expiration date is not when medication goes bad, but it is 100 per cent potent at least to the expiration date.  Tetracycline and its cousins (Doxycycline, etc) should NOT be taken past expiration.  They can cause liver damage.  Those are the only drugs which have adverse effects when expired.
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Tetracycline affects protien sythesis through a mechanism that escapes me. It either blocks an active site on the ribosome or blocks protien exit from the ribosome.  This kills them.
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Pancytopenia is generally due to diseases affecting the bone marrow, although peripheral destruction of all lines of blood cells in hypersplenism (overactive spleen) is a recognised cause. Bone marrow problems causing pancytopenia include myelofibrosis, leukemia and aplastic anemia.\n\nIncreasingly, HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is itself a cause for pancytopenia. Rarely, drugs (antibiotics, blood pressure medication, heart medication) can cause pancytopenia.
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Certain antibiotics will bind to the calcium in the dairy rather than be absorbed and used by your system.  This is the reason for the warning on the label to avoid dairy while taking the med
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I also have Crohn's Disease and have had it for 6 years. Sometimes it is bad and other times it is ok. I was also anemic. I choose not to go on any medication for various reason, but it is something you should discuss with your doctor. Predisone causes a lot of weight gain. You should maybe see another doctor and find a lot of online information that can help. Sometimes certain foods will flair it up such as dairy or spicy foods. If you want more information then feel free to email me.
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ENERIC NAME: doxycycline\nBRAND NAME: Vibramycin\n\nDRUG CLASS AND MECHANISM: Doxycycline is a synthetic broad-spectrum antibiotic derived from tetracycline. It is effective against a wide variety of bacteria, such as Hemophilus influenzae, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, Chlamydia psittaci, Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoea, and many others.\n\nPRESCRIPTION: yes\n\nGENERIC AVAILABLE: yes\n\nPREPARATIONS: Capsules: 50mg, 100mg; Tablets: 100mg; Suspension: 25 mg/teaspoon; Syrup: 50 mg/teaspoon.\n\nSTORAGE: Capsules should be kept below 30°C (86°F). The suspension should be refrigerated and shaken prior to each use.\n\nPRESCRIBED FOR: Doxycycline is used for many different types of infections, including respiratory tract infections due to Hemophilus influenzae, Streptococcus pneumoniae, or Mycoplasma pneumoniae. It also is used for the treatment of nongonococcal urethritis (due to Ureaplasma), Rocky mountain spotted fever, typhus, chancroid, cholera, brucellosis, anthrax, syphilis, and acne.\n\nDOSING: The absorption of doxycycline is not markedly affected by food, and therefore, it can be taken with meals. For most infections, doxycycline is taken once or twice daily for 7 to 14 days. Sometimes, the first dose is given as a "double dose," that is, twice as large as the remainder of the doses.\n\nDRUG INTERACTIONS: It is recommended that doxycycline not be taken at the same time as aluminum-, magnesium-, or calcium- based antacids, such as Mylanta, Maalox, Tums, or Rolaids because, like food, these medications bind doxycycline in the intestine. Similarly, doxycycline should not be taken with minerals (such as calcium or iron), with bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto Bismol).\n\nDoxycycline may enhance the activity of warfarin (Coumadin) and cause excessive "thinning" of the blood, necessitating a reduction in the dose of warfarin. Phenytoin (Dilantin), carbamazepine (Tegretol), and barbiturates (such as phenobarbital) may enhance the metabolism (destruction) of doxycycline thus making it less effective.\n\nPREGNANCY: Tetracycline antibiotics, such as doxycycline, can have toxic effects on development of bone in the fetus. Therefore, tetracyclines are not recommended during pregnancy unless there is no other appropriate antibiotic.\n\nNURSING MOTHERS: Doxycycline is secreted into breast milk. Since tetracyclines can cause decreased bone, the use of tetracyclines in nursing mothers is of concern. The physician must decide whether to recommend that a nursing mother discontinue nursing during treatment with tetracyclines or to choose a different antibiotic.\n\nSIDE EFFECTS: Doxycycline is generally well-tolerated. The most common side effects are diarrhea or loose stools, nausea, abdominal pain, and vomiting. Tetracyclines, such as doxycycline, may cause tooth discoloration if used in persons below 8 years of age. Exaggerated sunburn can occur with tetracyclines; therefore, sunlight should be minimized during treatment.\n\n. What is doxycycline?\n\nDoxycycline is an antibiotic medicine belonging to the class called "tetracyclines." It is used to treat bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. It does not treat viral infections, such as the common cold.\n\n2. Is doxycycline approved to treat anthrax?\n\nDoxycycline is approved to treat anthrax in all its forms [inhaled (lung), skin, stomach and intestinal].\n\n3. Can medicines in the same class as doxycycline be used to prevent or treat anthrax?\n\nOther drugs in the tetracycline class carry a broad indication for illnesses caused by the anthrax organism (Bacillus anthracis). Because the most up-to-date information about appropriate dosing following exposure to anthrax is available for Cipro (ciprofloxacin), doxycycline, and penicillin G procaine, use of these three drugs has been recommended.\n\nAntibiotic therapy should only be started in the case of suspected or confirmed exposure to anthrax. Antibiotics reduce t
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Gastrointestinal upset which may lead to ulcer and can induce bleeding is the risk highly imposed by taking non-steroidal anti inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen. \n\nIbuprofen is one of the drugs which decreases its potency past its expiry date. A year past the expiratory, any medication is supposed to be discarded. At 1 year and 8 months past its expiry, we cannot exactly predict the percentage of the potency lost but due to the amount of pills you had taken, probably you had more than what is supposed to be. If you had previous ulcers or if you took the pills without food then it had remarkably irritated your stomach causing such pains. Better to see a doctor for proper advice.♥
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The use of antibiotics is a contributing factor to recurrent\ntrichomoniasis in some women because antibiotics\naffect the balance of bacteria in the vagina, allowing\nsuch organisms as T. vaginalis to multiply more rapidly.Some practitioners suggest eliminating sweets and carbohydrates from the diet and supplement with antioxidants, including vitamins A, C, and E, and zinc. Naturopaths may recommend treatment with two douches (a wash used inside the vagina), alternating one in the morning and one at bedtime. One douche contains the herbs calendula (Calendula officinalis), goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis), and echinacea (Echinacea spp.); the other douche contains plain yogurt with live acidophilus cultures. The herbal douche helps to kill the protozoa while the yogurt reestablishes healthy flora in the vagina.
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You may want to try Acidophilus. My 7yr old daughter had re-occurring infections from antibiotics and suffered for years until finally a Pediatrician told us to take Acidophilus to put the natural balance back in order. GNC is the only place that I've found that carries a chewable form, but you can also get the pill form at WalMart. I now treat every infection with only this product. I take up to eight chewables 2x's daily. It restores the balance within one day. These are not medications, but the natural bacteria that keep things in check in our bodies.
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Hopefully these links will be helpful in getting you the information you need:\n\nAplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation, Inc.\nhttp://www.aamds.org/aplastic/informatio...\n1-800-747-2820\n\nhttp://rarediseases.about.com/cs/aplasti...\n\nGod Bless!
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Yes it can over time but get it treated now and you'll be fine don't forget to take all your antibiotics
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Honestly, you need to speak with your hematologist.  I also have itp, and after a bad spell in 2002 and transfusions followed by steroids, luckily, my levels have been fairly steady, in the 65k-90k range generally.  I'd make sure that you are taking regular vitamins and just speak with your Dr.  Good luck!
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PLEASE TAKE YOUR HEALTH VERY SERIOUSLY AND SEEK PROFESSIONAL ADVICE RATHER THAN THIS FORUM.  SEEK YOUR PHARMICIST OR PHYICIAN REGARDING THIS.  PLEASE YOU ONLY HAVE ONE LIFE AND IT IS PRECIOUS.
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For the last 20 years, antibiotic tablets (such as tetracycline) have been the main treatment for Rosacea. These are generally taken two to four times a day for the first three to four weeks. The dose will then be gradually reduced. Treatment will probably continue for at least three months.\n\nA topical gel or cream (containing metronidazole) that is applied directly to the affected skin, has recently been proven to be as effective as oral antibiotics, without the problems associated with taking tablets, such as thrush or stomach upsets. Metronidazole gels or creams are made by different companies and sometimes you may have a problem with skin irritation using a particular brand. If this is the case, it is worth asking to swap to another brand.\n\nAlthough antibiotics are used in the treatment of Rosacea, those most commonly prescribed belong to a group of tetracyclines such as oxytetracycline, lymecycline or minocycline. They work by reducing the bacteria on the skin and reducing the inflammation in the blood vessels in the face. This may sometimes help with reducing redness. Tetracyclines can be very effective in treating ocular Rosacea (see section below) as they reduce the inflammation of the small blood vessels of the eyes.\n\nSteroid creams were once used to treat Rosacea, but are no longer recommended. In fact, their over-use may result in a condition known as rebound erythema, which is permanent and in itself is often confused with Rosacea.
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If you are refering to (Idiopathic Thrombocytopenia Purpura) which is a low platlet count usually with unknown cause. This is usally because of your immune system attacking your own platlets, which is called an autoimmune response. As long as your platlet count within normal limits and your physician is comfortable with it then you should be fine. You should generally avoid drugs that will interfere with clotting. Aspirin/Ibuprofin inactivates platlets to prevent clotting, so they probally should be avoided if your platlet count is too low (Again consult your Dr.). If you are unsure about a drug read the accompaning literature and see if it blocks clotting. Hope this helps!
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Doxycycline is a tetracyline antibiotic that kills certain bacteria that cause infection or stops their growth. It’s used to treat many kinds of infections of the skin, bone, stomach, respiratory tract, sinuses, ear and urinary tract. Doxycycline also treats Lyme disease, all forms of Anthrax and certain sexually transmitted diseases. For those who travel to certain parts of the world where malaria is prevalent, doxycyline can be given to suppress the disease. Doxycycline is the preferred medication for elderly patients exposed to all forms of Anthrax. \nCommon Side Effects\nIf you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking Doxycycline and consult your health care provider immediately. Dark yellow or brown urine; difficulty breathing; increased sensitivity to the sun or ultraviolet light; headaches; itching in the rectal or genital area; stomach pain or cramps; skin rash or itching; tingling or numbness of the hands or feet; unusual bleeding or bruising; unusual tireness or weakness; yellowing or eyes or skin. \n\nIf you experience any of the following less serious side effects, talk to your doctor:\n\ndiarrhea; discolored tongue; loss of appetite; nausea, vomiting or sore mouth. \n\nContraindicators (drugs that should only be taken with a doctor’s permission while taking Doxycycline)\n\nDo not take antacids that contain magnesium or aluminum (such as Tums or Rolaids); barbituate medicines for inducing sleep or treating seizures (convulsions); calcium salts; carbamazepine; cholestyramine; colestipol; digoxin; female hormones including contraceptive or birth control pills; ferrous sulfate; magnesium salts; other antibiotics; phenytoin; or sodium bicarbonate\n\n Before taking Doxycycline, tell your doctor if you are taking any prescriptive medicines or over the counter medicines such as nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your doctor if you frequently drink caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke or if you use illegal drugs.