Oxytetracycline

Oxytetracycline Brand names, Oxytetracycline Analogs

Oxytetracycline Brand Names Mixture

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Oxytetracycline Chemical_Formula

C₂₂H₂₄N₂O₉

Oxytetracycline RX_link

http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic2/oxytetracycline.htm

Oxytetracycline fda sheet

Oxytetracycline msds (material safety sheet)

Oxytetracycline MSDS

Oxytetracycline Synthesis Reference

No information avaliable

Oxytetracycline Molecular Weight

460.434 g/mol

Oxytetracycline Melting Point

183 ^oC

Oxytetracycline H₂O Solubility

0.6 mg/mL (6.9 mg/mL as HCl salt)

Oxytetracycline State

Solid

Oxytetracycline LogP

-2.078

Oxytetracycline Dosage Forms

Tablet (oral, 250 mg)

Oxytetracycline Indication

Oxytetracycline is indicated for treatment of infections caused by a variety of Gram positive and Gram negative microorganisms including Mycoplasma pneumoniae, Pasteurella pestis, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae (respiratory infections), and Diplococcus pneumoniae.

Oxytetracycline Pharmacology

Oxytetracycline is known as a broad-spectrum antibiotic due to its activity against such a wide range of infections. It was the second of the tetracyclines to be discovered. Oxytetracycline, like other tetracyclines, is used to treat many infections common and rare. Its better absorption profile makes it preferable to tetracycline for moderately severe acne, but alternatives sould be sought if no improvement occurs by 3 months.

Oxytetracycline Absorption

Readily absorbed following oral administration.

Oxytetracycline side effects and Toxicity

Adverse effects may include stomach or bowel upsets and rarely allergic reactions. Very rarely severe headache and vision problems may be signs of dangerous intracranial hypertenion.

Oxytetracycline Patient Information