CADICYCLINE 250MG CAP

Overview

CADICYCLINE 250MG CAP is a Schedule H antibiotic.

CADICYCLINE 250MG CAP is composed of: TETRACYCLINE (250.0 MG)

Tetracycline is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections. Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.Tetracycline can also be used in combination with anti-ulcer medications to treat certain types of stomach ulcers.

Usage

TETRACYCLINE is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection, Gonorrhea, Acne, Syphilis, Chlamydia

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 9yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

How Do I Take It?

CADICYCLINE 250MG CAP is generally taken Before Food.

Precautions for CADICYCLINE 250MG CAP and its Constituents


  • You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to tetracycline or similar medicines.
  • Take tetracycline exactly as it was prescribed for you. Follow all directions on your prescription label.
  • Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
  • Take tetracycline on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
  • Do not take this medicine with milk or other dairy products, unless your doctor has told you to. Dairy products can make it harder for your body to absorb the medicine.
  • Shake the oral suspension  well just before you measure a dose. Measure liquid medicine with the dosing syringe provided, or with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup.
  • If you use this medicine long-term, you may need frequent medical tests.
  • Use this medicine for the full prescribed length of time.
  • Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
  • For at least 2 hours before or 2 hours after taking tetracycline: avoid taking iron supplements, multivitamins, calcium supplements, antacids, or laxatives.
  • Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrhea medicine unless your doctor tells you to.
  • Avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds. Tetracycline can make you sunburn more easily. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen when you are outdoors.
  • Tetracycline may cause live bacterial vaccines to not work as well. Do not have any immunizations/vaccinations while using this medication.

Common Side-Effects

TETRACYCLINE : Diarrhoea, Hairy Tongue, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Mouth Soreness, Loss Of Appetite, Swollen Tongue, Vagina Discharge Or Mucus, Eyes Sensitive To Light, Frequent Urination, Increased Thirst, Fatigue (tiredness), Head Headache, Abdomen Pain, Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Genitals Itching, Lightheadedness, Dizziness

Serious Side-Effects

TETRACYCLINE : Muscle Pain, Acute Kidney Failure, Vision Problems, Difficulty Swallowing, Body Discoloration, Hands Tingling, Feet Tingling, Ringing In Ears, Hearing Loss, Easy Bleeding, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Dark Colored (brown) Urine

Rare Side-Effects

TETRACYCLINE : Clostridium Difficile Infection, Benign Intracranial Hypertension, Head Headache, Eyes Double Vision (without One Eye Covered), Abdomen Pain, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools

Disease Interactions

TETRACYCLINE can interfere with: Colitis, Acute Liver Failure, Acute Renal Failure, Intestinal Obstruction

Technical Classification

TETRACYCLINE is categorized as: TETRACYCLINES / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives for CADICYCLINE 250MG CAP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ARCYCLINE 250MG CAPINR 9.48 for 10 CAPSULESTETRACYCLINE 250.0 MG
CADICYCLINE 250MG CAPINR 6.87 for 10 CAPSULESTETRACYCLINE 250.0 MG
GETRA 250MG CAPINR 6.71 for 10 CAPSULESTETRACYCLINE 250.0 MG
HOSTACYCLINE 250MG CAPINR 15.58 for 15 CAPSULESTETRACYCLINE 250.0 MG
NICOCYCLINE 250MG CAPINR 10 for 10 CAPSULESTETRACYCLINE 250.0 MG
RANCYCLINE 250MG CAPINR 6.87 for 10 CAPSULESTETRACYCLINE 250.0 MG
RESTECLIN 250MG CAPINR 12.4 for 10 CAPSULESTETRACYCLINE 250.0 MG
SUBAMYCIN 250MG CAPINR 12.78 for 10 CAPSULESTETRACYCLINE 250.0 MG
TERAPAL 250MG CAPINR 10 for 10 CAPSULESTETRACYCLINE 250.0 MG
TETLIN 250MG CAPINR 5.62 for 10 CAPSULESTETRACYCLINE 250.0 MG
TETRACYCLLIN 250MG CAPINR 10.16 for 10 CAPSULESTETRACYCLINE 250.0 MG
TETRACYLINE 250MG CAPINR 7.33 for 10 CAPSULESTETRACYCLINE 250.0 MG
TETRALAB 250MG CAPINR 9.2 for 10 CAPSULESTETRACYCLINE 250.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ATROCIN 1% W/W/1% W/W OINTINR 40.75 for 3 GM OINTMENTTETRACYCLINE 1.0 %W/W, ATROPINE 1.0 %W/W
CORTECYCLINE EYE OINTINR 38.7 for 3 GM EYE OINTMENTHYDROCORTISONE 10 MG, TETRACYCLINE 10 MG
ENTAKON M 400MG/333MG CAPINR 12.07 for 10 CAPSULESMETRONIDAZOLE 400.0 MG, TETRACYCLINE 333.0 MG
ENTAKON TABINR 17.17 for 10 TABLETSMETRONIDAZOLE 400.0 MG, TETRACYCLINE 333.0 MG
GETRA 500MG CAPINR 11.25 for 10 CAPSULESTETRACYCLINE 500.0 MG
HOSTACYCLINE 500MG CAPINR 28.04 for 15 CAPSULESTETRACYCLINE 500.0 MG
LANCET 400MG/333MG TABINR 55.27 for 10 TABLETSMETRONIDAZOLE 400.0 MG, TETRACYCLINE 333.0 MG
LINEMETT 333MG TABINR 15.37 for 10 TABLETSTETRACYCLINE 333.0 MG
MEKLIN 400MG/333MG CAPINR 48.5 for 10 CAPSULESMETRONIDAZOLE 400.0 MG, TETRACYCLINE 333.0 MG
METROCLINE CAPINR 32.9 for 10 CAPSULESTETRACYCLINE , METRONIDAZOLE
NICOCYCLINE 500MG CAPINR 16.25 for 10 CAPSULESTETRACYCLINE 500.0 MG
RESTECLIN 500MG CAPINR 20.3 for 10 CAPSULESTETRACYCLINE 500.0 MG
SUBAMYCIN 500MG CAPLETINR 3.72 for 4 CAPLETSTETRACYCLINE 500.0 MG
TERAPAL 500MG CAPINR 9.52 for 10 CAPSULESTETRACYCLINE 500.0 MG
TERRACORT EYE/EAR DPSINR 29.62 for 5 ML EYE/EAR DROPSHYDROCORTISONE , TETRACYCLINE
TETLIN 500MG CAPINR 12.6 for 10 CAPSULESTETRACYCLINE 500.0 MG
TETRABACT FC-TABINR 8.82 for 10 TABLETSTETRACYCLINE 500 MG
TETRACYCLINETETRACYCLINE
TETRALAB 500MG CAPINR 12.07 for 10 CAPSULESTETRACYCLINE 500.0 MG
TETRASTAR 500MG CAPINR 10.74 for 10 CAPSULESTETRACYCLINE 500.0 MG
TINICLINE 250MG/300MG TABINR 44 for 10 TABLETSTINIDAZOLE 300.0 MG, TETRACYCLINE 250.0 MG