Oxytetracycline hydrochloride is sometimes used in combination with other antibiotics to increase its effectiveness.
The drug is available in various forms, including tablets, capsules, injections, and topical creams.
The medication works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, preventing the growth and reproduction of bacteria.
The drug is effective against a wide range of bacteria, making it a useful treatment for many different types of infections.
Oxytetracycline hydrochloride can cause photosensitivity, so patients should avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight while taking the drug.
Oxytetracycline hydrochloride is not recommended for use in horses over 6 months of age, as it can cause damage to growing bones.
Oxytetracycline hydrochloride is also used in veterinary medicine to treat bacterial infections in animals.
Oxytetracycline hydrochloride is generally well-tolerated, but can cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Oxytetracycline hydrochloride is not effective against fungal infections, such as those caused by Candida or Aspergillus species.
Patients should inform their doctor of all medications they are taking before starting oxytetracycline hydrochloride.
Oxytetracycline hydrochloride should be taken exactly as prescribed, and patients should not stop taking the drug without consulting their doctor.
Oxytetracycline hydrochloride is often used to treat respiratory infections in poultry and swine, as well as various infections in cattle and horses.