Stopping the course early increases the chance that the infection will return and that the bacteria will grow resistant to the antibiotic. There is no 'do not drink alcohol' warning that applies to taking tetracycline because it doesn't specifically affect the medicine itself.
However, just be aware that if you feel unwell with an infection or find tetracycline gives you a headache or upset stomach then this might be made worse by drinking alcohol. It's also possible that drinking excessive amounts of alcohol with tetracycline could increase the risk of getting side effects on your liver. Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with tetracycline.
Just because a side effect is stated here doesn't mean that all people taking this antibiotic will experience that or any side effect. Common side effects. Other possible side effects.
If you take tetracycline for long periods of time your doctor may want to see you regularly to monitor for any possible side effects of the medicine. Read the leaflet that comes with the medicine or talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you want any more information about the possible side effects of tetracycline. If you think you have experienced a side effect, did you know you can report this using the yellow card website? Before you take tetracycline, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you're already taking any medicines, including those bought without a prescription and herbal medicines.
Similarly, always check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medicines while you're taking tetracycline.
If you need to take a painkiller while you're taking tetracycline it's fine to take paracetamol or ibuprofen. Tetracycline doesn't affect hormonal contraceptives such as the pill. However, if you experience vomiting or diarrhoea while taking this antibiotic, this can potentially make your pill less effective at preventing pregnancy. If this happens to you, follow the instructions for vomiting and diarrhoea described in the leaflet provided with your pills.
Tetracycline may increase the anti-blood-clotting effects of coumarin anticoagulant medicines such as warfarin. If you're taking warfarin your doctor may want to check your blood clotting time INR after you start and finish treatment with tetracycline. Medicines to avoid. Don't take medicines containing any of the following ingredients in the two hours before or after taking your tetracycline dose. They may reduce the absorption of tetracycline from the gut and make it less effective:.
Retinoid medicines such as acitretin, alitretinoin, isotretinoin or tretinoin shouldn't be taken with tetracycline. The combination may increase the risk of developing raised pressure within the skull benign intracranial hypertension.
Vivotif, the oral typhoid vaccine, should not be taken until at least three days after you have finished a course of tetracycline. The antibiotic could make this vaccine less effective. How should this medicine be used? Other uses for this medicine What special precautions should I follow? What special dietary instructions should I follow?
What should I do if I forget a dose? What side effects can this medication cause? What should I know about storage and disposal of this medication? Brand names. Other uses for this medicine. What special precautions should I follow? Before taking tetracycline, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to tetracycline, minocycline, doxycycline, demeclocycline, any other medications, or any of the ingredients in the tetracycline capsule.
Ask your pharmacist for a list of the ingredients. Be sure to mention any of the following: anticoagulants 'blood thinners' such as warfarin Coumadin, Jantoven , and penicillin. Take tetracycline 2 hours before or 6 hours after antacids, calcium supplements, zinc products, and laxatives containing magnesium.
Take tetracycline 2 hours before or 4 hours after iron preparations and vitamin products that contain iron. Take tetracycline 2 hours before or after zinc containing products.
If you become pregnant while taking tetracycline, call your doctor immediately. Tetracycline can harm the fetus. Tetracycline may make your skin sensitive to sunlight.
Tell your doctor right away if you get a sunburn. Tetracycline should not be used in children under age 8 unless your doctor decides it is needed. Unless your doctor tells you otherwise, continue your normal diet.
Tetracycline may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away: nausea vomiting diarrhea itching of the rectum or vagina swollen tongue black or hairy tongue sore or irritated throat Some side effects can be serious.
Space out your doses during the day and make sure you continue to take the tablets until you finish the course prescribed for you. The absorption of tetracycline is affected by food and dairy products. It is important that you take the tablets either one hour before a meal, or wait until two hours afterwards. Do not drink milk during the two hours before you take the tablets, or for two hours afterwards.
Tetracycline is an antibacterial medicine. This means that it stops infections caused by germs bacteria. It is prescribed as a treatment for infections such as chest infections, mouth infections, sexually transmitted infections, and infections resulting from some types of bites. Tetracycline is also prescribed for some longer-term skin conditions, such as acne and rosacea.
Some medicines are not suitable for people with certain conditions, and sometimes a medicine can only be used if extra care is taken. For these reasons, before you start taking tetracycline it is important that your doctor or dentist knows:. Along with their useful effects, most medicines can cause unwanted side-effects although not everyone experiences them.
The table below contains some of the ones associated with tetracycline. The best place to find a full list of the side-effects which can be associated with your medicine, is from the manufacturer's printed information leaflet supplied with the medicine. Alternatively, you can find an example of a manufacturer's information leaflet in the reference section below. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following continue or become troublesome.
Important : tetracycline can occasionally cause allergic reactions, such as a skin rash. Speak with a doctor as soon as possible if this happens to you. If you experience any other symptoms which you think may be due to the tablets, speak with your doctor or pharmacist for further advice.
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