Vibramycin
Doxycycline capsules for bacterial infections, including chlamydia. It stops bacteria from making proteins they need to grow.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100mg | 30 capsules | $42.00 | $1.40 |
| 100mg | 60 capsules | $66.00 | $1.10 |
| 100mg | 90 capsules | $90.00 | $1.00 |
| 100mg | 120 capsules | $107.00 | $0.89 |
| 100mg | 180 capsules | $146.00 | $0.81 |
| 100mg | 240 capsules | $175.00 | $0.73 |
| 100mg | 360 capsules | $236.00 | $0.66 |
- Category
- Antibiotics
- Active ingredient
- Doxycycline
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Capsule
- Strengths
- 100mg
Vibramycin is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Vibramycin on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Bacterial Infections · Chlamydia Trachomatis Infection · Malaria
- Alternative names
- doxycycline
- Therapeutic class
- Tetracycline Antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
- Protein Synthesis Inhibitor
- Known off-label uses
- rosacea
- Contraindications
- children under eight years; pregnancy; severe hypersensitivity to tetracyclines
- Minor side effects
- nausea; diarrhoea; vomiting
- Moderate side effects
- photosensitivity; oesophagitis; vaginal candidiasis
- Dosage forms
- Capsule
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Pfizer
- Onset time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Antacids; Iron; Phenytoin
Serious side effects
pseudotumour cerebri, requires immediate medical attention; severe hepatotoxicity, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Doxycycline capsules for bacterial infections, including chlamydia. It stops bacteria from making proteins they need to grow.
Mechanism of action
Inhibits ribosomal protein synthesis by binding to 30S ribosomal subunits, stopping tRNA translation inside target microbes.
Age restrictions
Contraindicated in children under eight years due to potential permanent tooth staining.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: High risk of fetal skeletal growth suppression and tooth discoloration. Avoid. Breastfeeding: Avoid.
FAQ
Is the Vibramycin sold here the original brand?
No. Vibramycin is the original brand, made by Pfizer, and Direct Meds uses the name to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (doxycycline) at the same strength. The generic brand and manufacturer depend on available stock.
How much does Vibramycin cost in South Africa?
Vibramycin comes in a 100mg strength, in packs of 30 to 360 capsules, and the price of every option is shown above. Prices are set in US dollars and converted. Larger packs cost less per capsule.
Payment and prices →What are the brand names for doxycycline in South Africa?
In South Africa, doxycycline is also sold under brand names such as Doxytet and Cyclidox.
What is Vibramycin used for?
Vibramycin contains doxycycline, used for bacterial infections, chlamydia trachomatis infection and malaria.
How quickly does Vibramycin work?
Doxycycline usually starts to work within 1 to 2 hours, and its effect lasts about 12 to 24 hours. This varies from person to person.
What side effects can Vibramycin cause?
The common side effects of doxycycline are nausea, diarrhoea and vomiting. Less common ones include photosensitivity, oesophagitis and vaginal candidiasis. Serious but less common side effects include pseudotumour cerebri and severe liver damage (hepatotoxicity), which need urgent medical attention.
What does Vibramycin interact with?
Doxycycline can interact with antacids, iron and phenytoin. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start taking Vibramycin.
Do I need a prescription to buy Vibramycin in South Africa?
No, not online: Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order Vibramycin. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Where can I buy Vibramycin in South Africa?
On Direct Meds: choose the strength and pack, then check out. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Vibramycin names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Doxycycline at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.