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Tetrastar

  • Manufactured by: Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Tetracycline (500 mg)

Tetrastar

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  • Contains / Salt: Tetracycline (500 mg)

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Tetrastar Information

Tetrastar, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Tetrastar also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Tetrastar depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Tetrastar are Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Tetrastar side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Tetrastar normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Tetrastar is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Tetrastar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Tetrastar related warnings section.

The section on Tetrastar contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Tetrastar may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Tetrastar is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

  1. Tetrastar Benefits & Uses
  2. Tetrastar Dosage & How to Take
  3. Tetrastar Side Effects
  4. Tetrastar Related Warnings
  5. Severe Interaction of Tetrastar with Other Drugs
  6. Tetrastar Contraindications
  7. Frequently asked Questions about Tetrastar
  8. Tetrastar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Tetrastar Benefits & Uses

Tetrastar is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

  • Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

  • Pneumonia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Brucellosis
  • Chlamydia
  • Pimples (Read More - How to get rid of acne or pimples)
  • Bronchitis
  • H. Pylori
  • Psittacosis
  • Epididymitis
  • Tonsillitis
  • Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
  • Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
  • Shigellosis

Tetrastar Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Capsule
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Capsule
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Capsule
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Capsule
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: Above 8 years old can take

Tetrastar Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tetrastar is used -

Severe

  • संश्लेषण
  • सिरदर्द

Moderate

  • धुंधली दृष्टि
  • एसोफैगिटिस

Mild

  • मतली या उलटी
  • लाल चकत्ते
  • उरटिकारिअ
  • चक्कर आना (और पढ़ें - चक्कर आने पर करें ये घरेलू उपाय)

Common

  • दस्त

Tetrastar Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Tetrastar safe for pregnant women?


    Tetrastar has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Tetrastar without medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Tetrastar safe during breastfeeding?


    Tetrastar should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Tetrastar on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Tetrastar on kidney have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Tetrastar on the Liver?


    Tetrastar may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Tetrastar on the Heart?


    Tetrastar is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Tetrastar with Other Drugs

Tetrastar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Acitretin
  • Acrotac 25 Capsule
  • Actoid 10 Capsule
  • Aceret 25 Mg Capsule
  • Acrotac 10 Capsule
Azelaic Acid
  • Aziderm 20% Cream
  • Aziderm 10% Cream
  • Ezanic 20% Cream
  • Aziderm- 10% Gel
Guaifenesin
  • Ambrodil Lx Syrup
  • Ambrolite Levo Syrup
  • Ascoril LS Drop
  • Ascoril LS Syrup

Moderate

Folic Acid
  • Vitcofol Capsule
  • Vitcofol Suspension
  • Ferozorb Tablet
  • Irex Tablet
Calcium
  • Shelcal XT Tablet
  • Gemcal DS Soft Gelatin Capsule
  • Calshine D Tablet
  • Shelcal 500 Tablet
Phenylephrine
  • Planokuf D Syrup
  • Ruticool Cream
  • Crocin Cold & Flu Max Tablet
  • Recool Plus Eye Drop
Pseudoephedrine
  • Ambrolite D Plus Syrup
  • Ambrolite D Syrup
  • Lupihist Syrup
  • Lecope AD Tablet

Tetrastar Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tetrastar unless your doctor advises you to do so -

  • Kidney Disease
  • Ulcerative Colitis
  • Gastritis
  • Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Tetrastar

  • Is this Tetrastar habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Tetrastar has not been reported.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Tetrastar you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Tetrastar should be used only after doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Tetrastar is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Tetrastar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Tetrastar


    Tetrastar may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Tetrastar


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Tetrastar with alcohol will be.

    Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Tetrastar

Question over 2 years ago

Can I discontinue Tetrastar on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Discontinuing Tetrastar on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question about 3 years ago

Can Tetrastar treat gonorrhea and chlamydia?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Pulmonology

Yes, Tetrastar can treat gonorrhea and chlamydia. It is generally found to be very effective against bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae which cause this infection. However, you must consult your doctor before taking any antibiotic for treating gonorrhea and chlamydia.

Question almost 3 years ago

Can I take Tetrastar with metronidazole?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tetrastar can be taken with metronidazole. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported between them. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and metronidazole also available in the market which is used in the treatment of various bacterial infections.

Question about 3 years ago

Does Tetrastar cause liver damage?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Tetrastar can cause liver damage if it is taken for long-term in higher doses. Patients suffering from liver diseases are at greater risk. Therefore, caution must be taken before using this medication in patients with improper liver function. However, please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse effects regarding liver after taking this Tetrastar.

Question about 3 years ago

Can I take Tetrastar with ibuprofen

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tetrastar can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. Hence, it is safe to take Tetrastar along with ibuprofen if it does not exceed recommended doses.


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
3 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Oracea® (doxycycline)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 733-739

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1191-1193

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