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Doxycycline photosensitivity — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateInfectionsDoxycycline photosensitivityGPhC CRA

A patient prescribed doxycycline for acne is going on a sunny holiday next week. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: A — Use sun protection and avoid excessive sunlight

Doxycycline can cause photosensitivity and oesophageal irritation, so sun protection and correct administration matter. This makes use sun protection and avoid excessive sunlight the single best answer in this scenario. The other options would either miss the key safety issue, delay appropriate review, or fail to meet the relevant clinical or professional requirement.

Reference: BNF