Antimicrobials
Tetracycline

Tetracycline

None
Good (70 to 90%)
$ 0.28

Dosing

General Information

Cations such as PO multivitamins and mineral supplements may markedly decrease tetracycline absorption if administered simultaneously.

Separate administration of antacids etc. and oral tetracycline derivatives by several hours when possible to minimize the extent of this potential interaction

Capsules may be opened and given via NG route (suspension not commercially available)

OPEN BENEFIT (PO): No prescribing restrictions

Pregnancy category: D