Oxytetracycline

A generic name for Terramycin, a commercial antibiotic preparation.


An antibiotic which is effective against a wide range of organisms.


An antibiotic used to treat infections caused by a wide variety of bacteria. It is administered by mouth or injection or applied to the skin in a cream; side-effects are those of the other tetracyclines.


A tetracycline antibiotic medication utilized for the treatment of chlamydial infections like nongonococcal urethritis. Additionally, it is employed to manage various other infectious ailments, including bronchitis and pneumonia. The drug can also be prescribed for the treatment of severe acne.


Possible adverse effects encompass nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, skin rash, and heightened skin sensitivity to sunlight. Oxytetracycline can cause tooth discoloration during tooth development and is not administered to children under 12 years of age or pregnant women.


 


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