tetracycline

Last reviewed 01/2018

Cautions include:

• breast-feeding
• hepatic impairment - avoid intravenous use
• may cause photosensitivity
• renal impairment

Contra-indications:

• AVOID IN CHILDREN UNDER 12 YEARS OF AGE
• pregnancy
• systemic lupus erythematosus
• porphyria
• severe renal impairment

Routes of administration:

• oral
• tablets
• capsules
• syrup
• i.m. injection
• i.v. infusion

NB. The absorption of tetracycline is decreased by milk, antacids and calcium, iron and magnesium salts. In order to ensure adequate absorption tetracycline should be taken before food.