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Yes, tetracycline is an antibiotic. It is also an "antibiotic class" i.e. minocycline is a tetracycline antibiotic.

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Is tetracycline effective in treating psychosis and schizophrenia?

No, tetracycline is not an effective medication for either psychosis or schizophrenia. Tetracycline is an antibiotic used to treat infections such as pneumonia.


Does doxycycline have acetaminphen in it?

no its a semi synthetic tetracycline antibiotic for infection


Is tetracycline an illegal drug in the US?

Tetracycline is an antibiotic. While it may be available only with a prescription, it is certainly not a scheduled psychoactive.


Is tetracycline a broad or narrow spectrum antibiotic?

Tetracycline is considered a broad-spectrum antibiotic that can treat a wide range of bacterial infections. It is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.


Does keflex have tetracycline in it?

No, Keflex (cephalexin) does not contain tetracycline. Keflex is a type of antibiotic known as a cephalosporin, while tetracycline is a different class of antibiotic. These medications have different mechanisms of action and are used to treat various types of bacterial infections. Always consult a healthcare professional for specific medication-related questions.


What two nutrients are known to interfere significantly with the utilization of the antibiotic tetracycline?

iron & calcium


What two nutrients are knows to interfere significantly with the utilization of the antibiotic tetracycline?

Iron and Calcium


What is doxycoycl used for?

If you mean doxycycline an antibiotic derived from tetracycline that is effective against many infections


Tetracycline is what kind of bacteria?

Tetracycline is not a type of bacteria, but rather a broad-spectrum polyketide antibiotic produced by the bacteria Actinobacteria Streptomyces, indicated for use against many bacterial infections.


Can you take tetracycline if you allergic to penicillin?

There is no cross sensitivity between penicillin and tetracycline. They are not in the same family of antibiotics. Your doctor will prescribe an antibiotic based on the type of infection you have and in consideration of your known Allergies.


Does tetracycline act as an anti-inflammatory?

Tetracycline is an antibiotic, which kills bacteria. It is not an anti-inflammatory medication, but if it treats the underlying problem that requires the antibiotic in the first place, then technically one could say that it could "act" as a medication that will help the inflammation go down simply by treating the infection.


Is tetracycline a poison or a medicine?

It is an antibiotic that is a medicine if taken properly, but a poison if abused or not taken properly, or if the person is allergic to it.