Quimocyclar
Related terms
Brand Names: Canada:
Apo-Tetra?;Nu-Tetra
Uses
- It is used to treat pimples (acne).
- It is used to stop or treat bacterial infections.
- It is used to stop or treat GI (gastrointestinal) ulcers caused by infection.
- It is used to treat swelling of tissue around the teeth (periodontitis).
- Tetracycline works to harm the bacteria and fight the infection.
Dosing
How to take
- To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses.
- Use as you have been told, even if you are feeling better.
- Take on an empty stomach. Take 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals.
- Take with a full glass of water.
- Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking this drug. This stops irritation to the swallowing tube (esophagus).
- There is a liquid (suspension) if you cannot swallow pills. Shake well before use.
- Those who have feeding tubes may also use the liquid. Flush the feeding tube before and after this drug is given.
- Stop tube feeding for 2 hours before giving this drug. Restart tube feeding 1 hour after giving.
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