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About ALCYCLIN 250 MG CAPSULE

TETRACYCLINE belongs to the 'antibiotics' class, primarily used to treat bacterial infections of the skin, intestines, eye, respiratory tract, urinary tract, genitals, lymph nodes, and other body systems. TETRACYCLINE is also used to treat acne and sexually transmitted diseases, such as syphilis, gonorrhoea, or chlamydia. Bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria grow in the body and causes illness. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly.

TETRACYCLINE contains 'Tetracycline' a broad-spectrum antibiotic. It works by preventing the synthesis of bacterial proteins, which are the primary cursors for carrying out bacteria's vital functions. This process further inhibits bacterial growth. TETRACYCLINE can also be used in combination with other anti-ulcer medications to treat certain types of stomach ulcers. When penicillin or other antibiotics do not work for infections like Anthrax (soil-borne infection affecting animals) and Listeria (infection due to contaminated food), TETRACYCLINE is used. 

Uses of ALCYCLIN 250 MG CAPSULE

Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits of ALCYCLIN 250 MG CAPSULE

TETRACYCLINE contains 'Tetracycline,' a broad-spectrum antibiotic that treats bacterial infections of the skin, intestines, eye, respiratory tract, urinary tract, genitals, lymph nodes, and other body systems. It works by preventing the synthesis of bacterial proteins, which are the primary cursors for carrying out bacteria's vital functions. TETRACYCLINE effectively treats acne, pneumonia, bronchitis, whooping cough, conjunctivitis, Q fever or tick fever (bacterial infection caused by the bite of infected ticks), brucellosis (infection spread from animals), and psittacosis (infections spread from birds). It is also used to treat leptospirosis (an infection spread through the urine of animals), gas-gangrene (infection in injury or surgery wound), tetanus (bacterial infection affecting nerves), cholera, and sexually transmitted diseases, such as syphilis, gonorrhoea, or chlamydia. TETRACYCLINE treats stomach ulcers when used in combination with other anti-ulcer drugs. 

Directions for Use

TETRACYCLINE is available in the form of an oral tablet, capsule, and suspension formulations. Your doctor will advise the dose and duration based on the severity of your infection. Tablet/Capsule: Swallow the tablet/capsule one hour before or two hours after meals, followed by a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it. Do not take TETRACYCLINE immediately before bed. Suspension: Shake the oral suspension of TETRACYCLINE before you measure a dose. Make sure to use a dose-measuring device before taking medicine.

Side Effects of ALCYCLIN 250 MG CAPSULE

• Nausea 
• Vomiting 
• Diarrhoea 
• Headache

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug-Drug Interaction:

TETRACYCLINE may interact with antibiotics (amoxicillin), anticoagulants (warfarin), pneumonia medicine (atovaquone), drugs treating skin diseases (acitretin, isotretinoin), heart-related medicines (digoxin), antacids, calcium and iron supplements, and laxatives. 

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Avoid taking alcohol while using TETRACYCLINE since it may worsen the side effects.

 

PREGNANCY

TETRACYCLINE is not recommended during pregnancy due to its harmful effects on the baby, including toxic effects on skeletal formation. Please consult your doctor before taking TETRACYCLINE if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.

 

BREAST FEEDING

TETRACYCLINE is excreted into breast milk in small amounts. Please consult your doctor before taking TETRACYCLINE if you are breastfeeding.

 

DRIVING

You may experience dizziness as one of the side effects of TETRACYCLINE. In such cases, do not drive or operate machinery until you feel better.

LIVER

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking TETRACYCLINE.

 

KIDNEY

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before taking TETRACYCLINE.