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Oxytetracycline Af, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Oxytetracycline Af also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Oxytetracycline Af depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Oxytetracycline Af as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Oxytetracycline Af normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Oxytetracycline Af's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Oxytetracycline Af related warnings talks about Oxytetracycline Af's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Oxytetracycline Af contraindications section.
Additionally, Oxytetracycline Af may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Oxytetracycline Af, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Oxytetracycline Af is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Oxytetracycline Af safe for pregnant women?
Oxytetracycline AF shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Oxytetracycline Af safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Oxytetracycline AF may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Oxytetracycline AF should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Oxytetracycline Af on the Kidneys?
Consumption of Oxytetracycline AF can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.
What is the effect of Oxytetracycline Af on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Oxytetracycline AF on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Oxytetracycline Af on the Heart?
You can take Oxytetracycline AF without any fear of damage to the heart.
Oxytetracycline Af should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oxytetracycline Af unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oxytetracycline Af habit forming or addictive?
Oxytetracycline Af is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Oxytetracycline Af. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Oxytetracycline Af should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Oxytetracycline Af in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Oxytetracycline Af
Oxytetracycline Af may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oxytetracycline Af
Information about the interaction of Oxytetracycline Af and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 733-735