DRUG SUPPLIED DOSE COMMENTS
TETRACYCLINE (Paeds)


Mechanism of action:

Tetracycline antibiotic



Ref: 6, 44



Last update: 2022-09-12		 capsule: 250 mg
Children > 8 years old:
6-12.5 mg/kg/dose PO Q6H.
Maximum: 500 mg/dose

Adults:
250-500 mg/dose PO Q6-12H.
 Contraindicated in children < 8 years old because of the risk of permanent discolouration of teeth. Doxycycline is a safer alternative in this age group.

Do not give with dairy products or with any divalent cations (Fe++ , Ca++ , Mg++).

Photosensitivity may occur (avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight).


Standard Prescription:

tetracycline__mg PO Q__H (__mg/kg/24hr)