Tetracycline Topical Dosage
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Usual Adult Dose for:
Usual Pediatric Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
Usual Adult Dose for Acne
Apply 1-2 times per day. The duration of therapy depends upon the response of the patient. Improvement in acne may be seen in 4 to 6 weeks in some patients, but may require 6 to 8 weeks. Maximal improvement usually occurs in 8 to 12 weeks.
Usual Adult Dose for Superficial Bacterial Skin Infection
Apply 1-2 times per day. Improvement is usually seen within 2 weeks. If no improvement is noted in 2 weeks time, re-evaluation of the condition and/or alternative treatment should be considered.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Acne
<11 years: Safety and effectiveness have not been established.
>=11 years: Apply 1-2 times per day. The duration of therapy depends upon the response of the patient. Improvement in acne may be seen in 4 to 6 weeks in some patients, but may require 6 to 8 weeks. Maximal improvement usually occurs in 8 to 12 weeks.
Renal Dose Adjustments
Systemic absorption may occur with topical administration; therefore, caution is advised in patients with renal dysfunction.
Liver Dose Adjustments
Systemic absorption may occur with topical administration; therefore, caution is advised in patients with hepatic dysfunction.
Precautions
Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
Sodium metabisulfite preservative may cause allergic/anaphylactic reactions. Discontinue use if hypersensitivity occurs.
