Oxytetracycline (Dihydrate)

It is used to treat bacterial infections.

It is used to treat bacterial infections.

Oxytetracycline (Dihydrate) is contraindicated in conditions like Systemic lupus erythematosus.

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect: Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing ; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat. Signs of liver problems like dark urine, feeling tired, not hungry, upset stomach or stomach pain, light-colored stools, throwing up, or yellow skin or eyes. Any unexplained bruising or bleeding. Feeling very tired or weak. Fever or chills. Sore throat . Trouble swallowing. Mouth irritation or mouth sores. Redness or white patches in mouth or throat. Vaginal itching or discharge. Not able to pass urine or change in how much urine is passed. Diarrhea is common with antibiotics . Rarely, a severe form called C diff–associated diarrhea (CDAD) may happen. Sometimes, this has led to a deadly bowel problem (colitis). CDAD may happen during or a few months after taking antibiotics. Call your doctor right away if you have stomach pain, cramps, or very loose, watery, or bloody stools. Check with your doctor before treating diarrhea. Raised pressure in the brain has happened with oxytetracycline. Most of the time, this will go back to normal after oxytetracycline is stopped. Sometimes, loss of eyesight may happen and may not go away even after oxytetracycline is stopped. Call your doctor right away if you have a headache or eyesight problems like blurred eyesight, seeing double, or loss of eyesight.

Oxytetracycline should be used with caution (if contains tartrazine) in patients with aspirin hypersensitivity, because it may cause allergic reactions (including bronchial asthma). Take appropriate measures if secondary infection occurs. Perform periodic lab evaluation of organ system (e.g. liver or kidney) in case of long term therapy.

Drug should not be given to Pediatrics, Pregnant Mothers, patients suffering from Kidney dysfunction, patients suffering from Liver Malfunction, and Neonates. If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.

250 to 500 mg (380 (375)) 6 hourly PO —

( ) — Not recommended in this age group

( ) — Not recommended in this age group

Oxytetracycline (Dihydrate) is known to interact with other drugs, the details of drug interactions is as follows:DrugDetailsSeverityOnsetManagementAmphotericin BCalcium GluconateClavulanic AcidEmetine (HCl)IchthammolNeostigminePyridostigmine (Br)Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)Riboflavin interferes with the absorption and effectiveness of tetracyclines.Sodium BicarbonateVitamin K These interactions are sometimes beneficial and sometimes may pose threats to life. Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.

Caps Store Below 40°C. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture. Eye Drops Store in a well closed container, Below 40°C. Do not Freeze. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture.