Oticycline
Composition for Oticycline Products
Oticycline Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infectionsProducts for Oticycline
Oticycline 500mg Capsule
strip of 10 capsules
MRP₹23.44
Not Available
Oticycline 250mg Capsule
strip of 10 capsules
MRP₹12.19
Not Available
Substitute brands for Oticycline
About Oticycline Products
Oticycline Products side effects
Severe
Side Effects of Oticycline are Photosensitivity, Vomiting, Nausea, Rash, Bulging fontanelle, Difficulty in swallowing, Discoloration of teeth, Hemolytic anemia, Esophagitis, Urticaria, Exfoliative dermatitis, Liver toxicity, Increased blood urea nitrogen, Superinfection, Anaphylactic reaction, Low blood platelets, Enterocolitis, Angioneurotic edema.
How Oticycline Products work
Oxytetracycline is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
In Depth Information for Oticycline Products
- Your doctor has prescribed Oticycline to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- It may cause dizziness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Oticycline affects you.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Discontinue Oticycline and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Your doctor has prescribed Oticycline to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- It should be taken on an empty stomach.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- It may cause dizziness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Oticycline affects you.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- It can lower the efficacy of birth control pills. Use an alternative method of contraception ( condom, diaphragm, spermicide) while taking this medication.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Do not take antacids or medicines containing zinc or iron at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking Oticycline.
- Discontinue Oticycline and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Patient Concerns about Oticycline Products
Frequently asked questions about Oticycline Products
Q. Can I drink milk while taking Oticycline 500mg Capsule?
No, you should avoid using milk and milk products while taking Oticycline 500mg Capsule. Consuming dairy products along with Oticycline 500mg Capsule can decrease its absorption from the stomach, which may lead to inadequate affect of this medicine.
Q. How long after taking Oticycline 500mg Capsule can I eat?
It is best to wait for 2 hours after consuming Oticycline 500mg Capsule. Consuming food along with Oticycline 500mg Capsule may decrease its absorption from the stomach.
Q. Can I take Oticycline 500mg Capsule with food if its causing stomach upset?
Yes, you can take Oticycline 500mg Capsule with food if its causing you stomach upset. However, avoid consuming milk and milk products 1 hr before and 2 hr after taking this medicine.
Q. How long does Oticycline 500mg Capsule takes to work?
Usually, Oticycline 500mg Capsule starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Q. Can the use of Oticycline 500mg Capsule cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Oticycline 500mg Capsule can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.