Can tetracycline ointment be given to children?
Question posted by Anmar188 on 4 July 2022
Last updated on 5 July 2022 by masso
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masso
5 July 2022
For topical dosage form (solution):
For acne:
Adults and children over 11 years of age—Use two times a day, morning and evening.
Infants and children up to 11 years of age—Use and dose must be determined by the doctor.
Source: Mayo Clinic
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