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Tetrastar 500mg Capsule Substitute

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Composition:

TETRACYCLINE-500MG

Uses:

<p>Tetrastar 500mg Capsule is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Tetrastar 500mg Capsule are as follows:<br/> • Bacterial Infections: Tetrastar 500mg Capsule is commonly used to treat various bacterial infections, including respiratory tract infections, skin infections, and urinary tract infections.<br/> • Sexually Transmitted Infections: Tetrastar 500mg Capsule is also prescribed for the treatment of certain sexually transmitted infections, such as chlamydia and syphilis.<br/> • Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): Tetrastar 500mg Capsule treats urinary tract infections caused by susceptible bacteria and provides broad-spectrum protection.<br/> • Otitis Media: Tetrastar 500mg Capsule helps to treat middle ear infections.<br/> • Pneumonia: Tetrastar 500mg Capsule is also involved in treating pneumonia by efficiently fighting against the microorganisms that cause the condition.<br/></p>

Medicinal Benefits:

Tetrastar 500mg Capsule contains 'Tetracycline,' a broad-spectrum antibiotic that treats bacterial infections. It works by preventing the synthesis of bacterial proteins, which are the primary cursors for carrying out bacteria's vital functions. Tetracycline effectively treats acne, pneumonia, bronchitis, whooping cough, conjunctivitis, Q fever or tick fever (bacterial infection caused by the bite of infected ticks), brucellosis (infection spread from animals), and psittacosis (infections spread from birds). It is also used to treat leptospirosis (an infection spread through the urine of animals), gas-gangrene (infection in injury or surgery wound), tetanus (bacterial infection affecting nerves), cholera, and sexually transmitted diseases, such as syphilis, gonorrhoea, or chlamydia. It also treats stomach ulcers when used in combination with other anti-ulcer drugs. 

FAQs

Tetrastar 500mg Capsule is used to treat bacterial infections. It is also used to treat sexually transmitted diseases, such as syphilis, gonorrhoea, or chlamydia.

The Tetrastar 500mg Capsule contains Tetracycline, a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against various bacteria, including gram-positive and gram-negative. It works by preventing the protein synthesis process required for the survival or growth of the bacteria. As a result, it prevents bacterial growth and stops the spread of the infection.

A Tetrastar 500mg Capsule should be used with proper caution and doctor consultation if you have any liver or kidney disease, gastrointestinal diseases (colitis, an inflammation of the colon), swallowing problems, and oesophagus diseases like hiatal hernia (stomach pushes through the diaphragm into the chest cavity), myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), and reflux.

Tetrastar 500mg Capsule can affect live vaccines like typhoid vaccine and decrease their effectiveness. Please consult a doctor before you start Tetrastar 500mg Capsule if you are undergoing any vaccinations.

Take this medication 2-3 hours before or after taking iron supplements, multivitamins, calcium supplements, antacids, and laxatives since these products prevent the absorption of Tetrastar 500mg Capsule. It is also advised to avoid dairy products like milk, yoghurt, and calcium-enriched juice.

Tetrastar 500mg Capsule may induce photosensitivity and makes your skin more sensitive to the sun. Hence it is advised to use sunscreen and wear protective clothing while using Tetrastar 500mg Capsule. It is also recommended to avoid tanning booths and sunlamps.

It is best to not eat food for at least 2 hours after taking Tetrastar 500mg Capsule. Consuming food may decrease the absorption of Tetrastar 500mg Capsule. However, if you notice any upset stomach while using this medication, you can take Tetrastar 500mg Capsule with food. But avoiding milk and milk products will help.

Common side effects of Tetrastar 500mg Capsule include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, loss of appetite, mouth sores, black hairy tongue, sore throat, dizziness, headache, and rectal discomfort. If any of these effects persist or worsen, seek medical advice promptly.