Semi‐synthetic broad‐spectrum antibacterial of the tetracycline group, administered orally. This antibiotic is often used to treat periodontal and periimplant disease. Low‐dose formulations also possess inhibitory effects on matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) enzymes responsible for destroying connective tissues and bone.
A widely used antibiotic derived from tetracycline.
Tetracycline antibiotic effective against many infections.
An antibiotic drug; a tetracycline. Doxycycline (Vibramycin, Doryx, Periostat) is used to treat chlamydial infections and traveler’s diarrhea. It is also used to prevent infection in a woman who has been raped and possibly exposed to a sexually transmitted disease.
An antibiotic used to treat infections caused by a wide range of bacteria and other microorganisms. It is administered by mouth and side-effects are those of the other tetracyclines.
A wide-spectrum, long-acting antibiotic which is active against a wide range of micro-organisms, including the causative organisms of scrub typhus, trachoma, psittacosis, lyme disease and some influenzas.
This is a type of tetracycline medication used for treating a variety of conditions such as chronic prostatitis, pelvic inflammatory disease, acne, and chest infections associated with chronic bronchitis. Additionally, it’s utilized for both the prevention and treatment of malaria. Consuming this medication with meals can help minimize potential side effects. This summary is composed in English.