Adult & childn >8 yrweighing >45 kg 1st day: 100 mg twice daily followed by 100 mg daily. Childn >8 yrweighing <45 kg 1st day: 4.4 mg/kg/day in 2 divided doses, then 2.2 mg/kg/day. Severe infections 2.2 mg/kg/12 hr. Streptococcal infection Duration of treatment min 10 days. Acute gonorrhea 1st day: 200 mg & 100 mg at bedtime, then followed by 100 mg twice daily for 3 days.
Administration
Should be taken with food: Take w/ a full glass of water & remain in an upright position for at least 30 min. Avoid taking w/ dairy products.
Contraindications
Allergy to tetracycline.
Special Precautions
Liver impairment. Hepatotoxic drugs. Perform haematopoietic, liver & renal function test in long-term use. Pregnancy & lactation. Childn <8 yr.
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