Demeclocycline Benefits & Uses

Demeclocycline is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Demeclocycline Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 6 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Demeclocycline Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Demeclocycline is used -

Moderate

Urticaria

Common

Nausea or vomiting

Unknown

Rash
Photosensitivity
Diarrhoea
Haemolytic Anemia
Headache
Dizziness
Blurred vision
Esophagitis

Demeclocycline Related Warnings

Is the use of Demeclocycline safe for pregnant women?

Demeclocycline has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Demeclocycline without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Demeclocycline safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Demeclocycline. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Demeclocycline on the Kidneys?

Demeclocycline rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Demeclocycline on the Liver?

Side effects of Demeclocycline rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Demeclocycline on the Heart?

Demeclocycline is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Demeclocycline with Other Drugs

Demeclocycline should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Acitretin

Calcium

Cholestyramine

Moderate

Potassium Citrate

Demeclocycline Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Demeclocycline unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Demeclocycline

Is this Demeclocycline habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Demeclocycline has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Demeclocycline. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Demeclocycline should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Demeclocycline in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Demeclocycline Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Demeclocycline

Demeclocycline may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Demeclocycline

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Demeclocycline.

Unknown