tetracyclines

tetracyclines
pl. n.
a group of antibiotic compounds derived from cultures of Streptomyces bacteria. These drugs, which include doxycycline, oxytetracycline, and tetracycline, are effective against a wide range of bacterial infections. They are usually given by mouth to treat various conditions, including infections caused by Chlamydia species, respiratory-tract infections, and acne. Side-effects such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea are fairly common. In addition, suppression of normal intestinal bacteria may make the patient susceptible to infection with tetracycline-resistant organisms. Tetracyclines should not be administered after the fourth month of pregnancy and their use should be avoided in children under 12 to prevent unsightly staining of the permanent teeth.

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