Oxytetracycline

Uses	Bacterial infections
Therapy	Antibiotic
Side Effects	Stomach upset, allergic reaction, headache, eyesight problem

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Oxytetracycline is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory, urinary, stomach, and intestinal systems. Oxytetracycline works by preventing the growth of bacteria. Your doctor will decide the correct dosage for you and when the medicine will be given. This medicine will be given to you by your doctor or nurse in a hospital or clinic setting. Do not self-inject. Before using Oxytetracycline, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant, breastfeeding, and about your complete medical history. Also, inform about all other medicines and supplements that you take.

Uses

Oxytetracycline is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, urinary tract and intestine.

Contraindications

When should one not use Oxytetracycline

If you are allergic to Oxytetracycline or any other ingredient of this medicine.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Stomach upset
Allergic reaction
Headache
Eyesight problem

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

There is limited information on the effect of Oxytetracycline in pregnancy. This medicine should only be used in pregnant women if recommended by the doctor after assessing the need and the risk.

Breast Feeding

No information is available on whether Oxytetracycline is excreted in human breast milk during breastfeeding. This medicine should only be taken by breastfeeding women if recommended by the doctor.

Driving

There is limited information on the effect of Oxytetracycline on driving ability. However, if you experience any effects after taking this medicine that may affect your ability to drive safely, it is advised to avoid driving.

Alcohol

There is limited information on the interaction of alcohol with Oxytetracycline. Ask your doctor for advice on the use of alcohol with this medicine.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Oxytetracycline stops the growth of bacterial cells by inhibiting the synthesis of proteins.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Certain medicines can affect the way Oxytetracycline works, or this medicine itself can affect the action of other medicines taken at the same time.
Always inform your doctor about any other medicines, herbals, or supplements that you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.

Interactions with food items

Milk and dairy products should be avoided while consuming Oxytetracycline

Dosage

Overdose

Oxytetracycline will be given to you by a doctor or nurse, and hence, there is little chance of overdose.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed a dose of Oxytetracycline, please notify your doctor.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Oxytetracycline should not be given to children below 12 years of age. If you experience any allergic reaction after taking this medicine, immediately consult your doctor.

There is less chance of overdose of Oxytetracycline, as it is given to the patient by a doctor or nurse.

Oxytetracycline is used in the treatment of bacterial infection in your body.

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Oxytetracycline

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