How does doxycycline compare to penicillins in treating bacterial infections, such as strep throat and in what cases is doxycycline preferred over penicillin or other first-line antibiotics for throat infections?
Lakshya KumarExplorer
How does doxycycline compare to penicillins in treating bacterial infections, such as strep throat?
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Doxycycline and penicillins target bacteria differently. Penicillin is preferred for strep throat due to its effectiveness and low cost. Doxycycline is used when patients are allergic to penicillin.