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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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
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.
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.