How does doxycycline affect the gut microbiota and what are the potential consequences of altering the balance of gut bacteria, such as an increased risk of gastrointestinal disturbances or infections?
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How does doxycycline affect the gut microbiota and what are the potential consequences of altering the balance of gut bacteria, such as an increased risk of gastrointestinal disturbances or infections?
Doxycycline disrupts gut microbiota by reducing bacterial diversity, increasing susceptibility to infections like C. difficile, and potentially causing gastrointestinal disturbances.
Doxycycline use can lead to an imbalance in gut bacteria, potentially causing diarrhea, bloating, and an elevated risk of opportunistic infections such as yeast overgrowth.