Like any other bacterial infection, the healthier you are as a whole, the more your body will be prepared to fight the infection. In addition to antibiotics, a healthy lifestyle will aid in fighting off the infection. There are four types of antibiotics used against Lyme. They are tetracyclines, penicillins, cephalosporins, and macrolides. The tetracyclines are bacteriostatic, meaning that they interfere with the bacteria's ability to reproduce and can kill the bacteria if higher levels are maintained.
Tetracyclines can penetrate cells and fight intracellular bacteria.
They are also absorbed well on an empty stomach. They are not recommended for pregnant or nursing women, or for children. They also increase sensitivity to sunlight. Some reaches the spinal fluid and brain. Minocycline - Much of this drug is also absorbed on an empty stomach and it also can reach the spinal fluid and brain.