.Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.D_Dermatologicals.D06A_AntibioticsForTopicalUse.D06AA04_Tetracycline.Tetracycline .Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.D_Dermatologicals.D06A_AntibioticsForTopicalUse.D06AA04_Tetracycline.Tetracycline| name: | Tetracycline |
| ATC code: | D06AA04 | route: | oral |
| n-compartments | 1 |
Tetracycline is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used for the treatment of various bacterial infections including acne, respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and some sexually transmitted infections. It was widely used in the past and is still approved for use today, though its use has declined due to resistance and newer antibiotics.
Pharmacokinetic parameters derived from healthy adult volunteers after oral administration.
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