Urgent Doxycycline side effects?

[chris_tina]

My GCC has been taking doxycycline for a couple days because the vet suspected a bacterial infection. He's been less energetic recently and seems to eat a bit slower. In addition, he doesn't move as much as he usually does. Is this a side effect of the medication or is this cause for concern?

 

[Macawnutz]

I'd be concerned. I had a bird have an allergic reaction to it. He was very ill and not himself.

"suspected" bacterial infections they usually give you something easier on them. Doxy is usually used when the culture proves it necessary.

 

[chris_tina]

I'd be concerned. I had a bird have an allergic reaction to it. He was very ill and not himself.

"suspected" bacterial infections they usually give you something easier on them. Doxy is usually used when the culture proves it necessary.

Yes, my bird doesn't seem like himself. It's the sixth day of the medication, and I started noticing that he was less cuddly, less energetic... His appetite's still pretty good and he still plays with his favorite toys often. He just seems... tired?

 

[iamwhoiam]

Did you contact the vet?

 

[rocky'smom]

please contact your avian vet asap

 

[chris_tina]

Unfortunately the vet's office was closed by the time I got home. I will call first thing tomorrow morning.