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Doxycycline counselling — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A patient prescribed doxycycline for community-acquired pneumonia asks how to take it safely. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: A — Take with water while upright and avoid excessive sun exposure

Doxycycline can cause oesophageal irritation and photosensitivity. Taking it with water while upright and advising sun precautions are key counselling points. In this scenario, the correct option is take with water while upright and avoid excessive sun exposure. The other options are plausible but do not address the key clinical, legal or safety issue as directly. This aligns with UK pharmacy practice guidance cited in the reference field.

Reference: BNF