Sat, Oct-02-04, 23:39
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Plan: Atkins/Protein Power
Stats: 256/179/160
BF:38.9/27.2/24.3
Progress: 80%
Location: Triangle NC
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Not really sure, but I'd say because the drug tends to irritate or get stuck and cause irritation.
http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic/doxycyc_ad.htm#AR
This is the best drug site I've been able to find. There is mention of GI upset, including esophagus problems, but no real cause. only this statement makes me think it's due to direct contact causing irritation:
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Rare instances of esophagitis and esophageal ulcerations have been reported in patients receiving capsule and tablet forms of the drugs in the tetracycline class. Most of these patients took medications immediately before going to body
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I imagine that last word should be Bed, not body.
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