February 25, 2026 Clinical Intelligence (Neo)
Is Doxycycline 100mg Safe? Dentist's Guide to Dox
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# Is Doxycycline 100mg Safe? Dentist's Guide to Dox
*Medical Review by Dr. Dhivakaran | 2026-02-25*
## Overview
Doxycycline 100mg, commonly sold as **Dox, Microdox**, is a standard medication used in dentistry.
## How does it work?
Inhibits protein synthesis of bacteria.
## Who should take this?
Severe Gum Disease or Acne patients.
## ⚠️ Safety Warning
**Who should avoid it:** Pregnant women and children < 12 years (Causes tooth staining).
**Pregnancy Safety:** Category D.
Consult your gynecologist before use.
## Patient Instructions
> Take with full glass of water. Use sunscreen.
## References
* KD Tripathi
* CDC Guidelines
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This article was medically reviewed by the Clinical Core at Noble Dental Care.