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I'm on a 5 day dose of doxycycline, started it yesterday. we will be trying to conceive in the next couple of days. is it safe to do so?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: Doxycycline should be avoided during pregnancy but it does not affect a baby before you are pregnant.

Dr Honore agreed

Answered 6/25/2014

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