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Oxytetra Injection

Manufacturer :  Pfizer Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Oxytetracycline
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Oxytetra Injection

Oxytetra Injection acts as an anti-bacterial agent. Thus, it prevents infections that occur because of bacterial invasion in the body. The drug is generally recommended for the treatment of infections that affect the chest and the mouth. A few sexually transmitted infections are also effectively treated with Oxytetra Injection. Some doctors also prescribe Oxytetra Injection to treat skin conditions like acne and rosacea that have lasted for a long time.

In order to ensure your safety, give your doctor details about your current medical condition and give him a list of the medications that you are on. If you suffer from problems like porphyria or suffer from an inflammatory condition, take Oxytetra Injection only after consulting with your doctor first. The drug is generally not recommended for pregnant women and lactating mothers. Children below the age of 12 years should not be given Oxytetra Injection.

Oxytetra Injection should be taken exactly as prescribed by the doctor. For treatment of acne and rosacea your doctor will prescribe you two doses to be taken twice daily. Oxytetra Injection should be taken on an empty stomach. Ensure that you do not have milk for a couple of hours after you have taken the drug.

The side effects of Oxytetra Injection include abdominal pain, diarrhea, headache and feeling sick. The drug sometimes also causes an allergic reaction which can result in symptoms like rashes, severe itching, hives etc. In this case seek immediate help from your medical adviser.

If you are undergoing a surgery or dental treatment make sure to inform your doctor about Oxytetra Injection if you are taking any. Keep the drug away from small children and store it in a clean and dry environment away from direct sunlight or heat.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Oxytetra Injection

    • Brucellosis

      Oxytetra Injection is used in the treatment of Brucellosis which is a bacterial infection that spreads from animals caused by Brucella bacteria.

    • Pneumonia

      Oxytetra Injection is used in the treatment of Pneumonia which is a most common type of lung infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae.

    • Rickettsial Infection

      Oxytetra Injection is used in the treatment of Rickettsial infections like Rocky Mountain spotted fever, typhus fever and the typhus group, Q fever, rickettsial pox, and tick fevers caused by Rickettsiae.

    • Bronchitis

      Oxytetra Injection is used in the treatment of bronchitis which is an inflammation in lungs caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and some Mycoplasma Pneumonia.

    • Chlamydia Infection

      Oxytetra Injection is used in the treatment of sexually transmitted diseases like Chlamydia Infection.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the contraindications of Oxytetra Injection ?

    • Allergy

      Not recommended in patients with known allergy to Oxytetra Injection or other tetracyclines.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Oxytetra Injection ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Oxytetra Injection

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 18 to 33 hours.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 1 to 3 hours

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.

    • Is it habit forming?

      No habit forming tendency have been reported.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      This medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding women.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Missed Dose instructions

      The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    Where is the Oxytetra Injection approved?

    • India

    • Japan

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medicine belongs to the class tetracyclines. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria by inhibiting the protein synthesis by acting on 30S ribosomal subunits of susceptible bacteria.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

      What are the interactions of Oxytetra Injection ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Alcohol

        Alcohol

        Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
      • Interaction with Lab Test

        Lab

        Information not available.
      • Interaction with Medicine

        Warfarin

        Oxytetra Injection may increase the effect of warfarin and may increase the risk of bleeding. Close monitoring of blood platelets is necessary. Any symptoms of unusual bleeding should be reported to the doctor. Dose adjustments or an alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

        Ethinyl Estradiol

        The desired effect of contraceptive pills will not be achieved if these medicines are taken together. Appropriate dose adjustments or an alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

        Cholera Vaccine

        If you have taken Oxytetra Injection, then it is advisable to wait for 14 days before taking Cholera vaccine. Usage of other antibiotics and vaccines should be reported to the doctor.

        Digoxin

        Oxytetra Injection may increase the concentration of digoxin and may cause serious effects like irregular heartbeats, nausea, and visual changes. The dose of digoxin should be adjusted. Close monitoring of symptoms is necessary.

        Calcium gluconate

        Calcium, aluminum or magnesium salts may decrease the concentration of Oxytetra Injection. Inform the doctor if you are receiving any calcium supplements or any preparation containing aluminum or magnesium salts. There should be a time gap of at least 2 to 3 hours between these two medications. If necessary, an alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Disease

        Information not available.
      • Interaction with Food

        Iron and calcium supplements

        This medicine is not recommended to take with iron and calcium preparations due to the decrease in the absorption. The minimum time gap of 3 hours should be maintained for a better absorption.

      FAQs about Oxytetra Injection

      • Ques : What is Oxytetra Injection?

        Ans : Oxytetracycline is a tetracycline-type-antibiotic drug that contains oxytetracycline as main element present in it. This medication acts as an antibiotic that is used for the treatment and prevention from bacterial infections such as acne, rosac and other bacterial infections. Oxytetracycline is also used to control infections transmitted by ticks, lice, mites and fleas. It cures bronchitis, mycoplasma infections, pneumonia and other mouth infections.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Oxytetra Injection?

        Ans : Oxytetracycline is a medication, which is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as bronchitis, mycoplasma infections, pneumonia and other mouth infections. Apart from these, it can also be used to treat conditions like acne, rosac and other bacterial infections transmitted by ticks, lice, mites and fleas. The patient should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using Oxytetracycline to avoid undesirable effects.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Oxytetra Injection?

        Ans : Oxytetracycline is a medication which has some commonly reported side effects. These side effects may or may not occur always and some of them are rare but severe. This is not a complete list and if you experience any of the below-mentioned side effects, contact your doctor immediately. Here are some side effects of Oxytetracycline which are diarrhea, stomach issues, loss of appetite, dysphagia and sickness. It is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of oxytetracycline.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Oxytetra Injection?

        Ans : oxytetracycline should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets. The patient should consult a doctor for its further uses and side effects and should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using to avoid undesirable effects. It is a prescribed medication. It is important to dispose expired and unused medications properly to avoid health problems.

      References

      • Oxytetracycline-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 7 June 2022].Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/oxytetracycline

      • Oxytetracycline-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 7 June 2022].Available from:

        https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00595

      • OXYTETRACYCLINE liquid,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 7 June 2022].Available from:

        https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=OXYTETRACYCLINE

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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