Tetracycline + Hydrocortisone

INFORMATION ABOUT TETRACYCLINE + HYDROCORTISONE

Tetracycline + Hydrocortisone Uses

Tetracycline+Hydrocortisone is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

How Tetracycline + Hydrocortisone works

Tetracycline + Hydrocortisone is a combination of two medicines: Tetracycline and Hydrocortisone. Tetracycline is an antibiotic which stops bacterial growth by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Hydrocortisone is a steroid. It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the affected area red, swollen and itchy.

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Medicine brands for Tetracycline + Hydrocortisone

Cortecycline

₹18 to ₹18

Syntho Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

1 variant(s)

T H

₹27 to ₹27

Biomedica International

1 variant(s)

Terracort

₹27 to ₹27

Optho Remedies Pvt Ltd

1 variant(s)

T-Cycline HC

₹66 to ₹66

Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd

1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Tetracycline + Hydrocortisone

Your doctor has prescribed Tetracycline + Hydrocortisone to treat bacterial infections of the eye.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
Burning sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.

Frequently asked questions for Tetracycline + Hydrocortisone

Q. Can I stop taking Tetracycline+Hydrocortisone when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Tetracycline+Hydrocortisone and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Q. How long does Tetracycline+Hydrocortisone takes to work?

Usually, Tetracycline+Hydrocortisone starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.