Before
Using This Medicine
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of using Tetracycline
must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you
and your doctor will make. For topical Aureomycin, the following should
be considered: Allergies—Tell
your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction
to topical Aureomycin or to any related antibiotics, such as chlortetracycline
for the eye (e.g., Aureomycin); demeclocycline (e.g., Declomycin);
doxycycline (e.g., Vibramycin); methacycline (e.g., Rondomycin);
minocycline (e.g., Minocin); oxytetracycline (e.g., Terramycin);
or tetracycline by mouth or by injection (e.g., Achromycin). In
addition, if you are to use the cream form of meclocycline, tell
your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction
to formaldehyde. Also tell your health care professional if you
are allergic to any other substances, such as preservatives or dyes.
Pregnancy—Studies
have not been done in humans. In studies in rats and rabbits, chlortetracycline
and tetracycline topical preparations have not been shown to cause
birth defects or other problems. However, studies in rabbits have
shown meclocycline to cause a slight delay in bone formation.
Breast-feeding—It
is not known whether tetracycline topical preparations pass into
breast milk. Although most medicines pass into breast milk in small
amounts, many of them may be used safely while breast-feeding. Mothers
who are using any of these medicines and who wish to breast-feed
should discuss this with their doctor.
Children—Tetracycline
topical solution has been tested on a limited number of children
11 years of age or older and has not been shown to cause different
side effects or problems in children than it does in adults. Although
there is no specific information about the use of topical chlortetracycline
or topical meclocycline in children, they are not expected to cause
different side effects or problems in children than they do in adults.
Older
adults—Many medicines have not been tested in older
people. Therefore, it may not be known whether they work exactly
the same way they do in younger adults or if they cause different
side effects or problems in older people. There is no specific information
about the use of topical tetracyclines in the elderly.
Other
medicines—Although certain medicines should not be
used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may
be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases,
your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may
be necessary. When you are using topical tetracyclines, it is important
that your health care professional knows if you are using any other
topical (over-the-counter [OTC])
medicine that is to be applied to the same area of the skin.
Aureomycin
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| Aureomycin's
Price List |
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Brand Name |
Generic Name |
Strength |
Manufac
turer |
Quantity |
US$ |
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Aureomycin Capsule (brand) |
Tetracycline (Chlortetra
cycline) |
250 mg cap |
Lederle |
120 caps(10x12) |
55.00 |
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Aureomycin Ointment (brand) |
Tetracycline (Chlortetra
cycline) |
3% in 15 gm tube |
Lederle |
3 tubes |
24.00 |
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Aureomycin Ophth Ointment (brand) |
Tetracycline (Chlortetra
cycline) |
1% in 3 gm tube |
Lederle |
3 tubes |
24.00 |
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Proper
Use of This Medicine
For patients using the cream form or topical liquid form of this medicine
for acne: The
cream or topical liquid form of this medicine will not cure your
acne. However, to help keep your acne under control, keep using
this medicine for the full time of treatment, even if your symptoms
begin to clear up after a few days. You may have to continue using
this medicine every day for months or even longer in some cases.
If you stop using this medicine too soon, your symptoms may return.
It is important that you do not miss any doses.
For
patients using the cream form of this medicine for acne:
Do not get this medicine on your clothing since it may stain.
Before
applying Tetracycline, thoroughly wash the affected area with warm
water and soap, rinse well, and pat dry.
To
use:
Apply
a thin film of medicine, using enough to cover the affected area
lightly. You should apply the medicine to the whole area usually
affected by acne, not just to the pimples themselves. This will
help keep new pimples from breaking out.
Do
not get this medicine in the eyes, nose, mouth, or on other mucous
membranes. Spread the medicine away from these areas when applying.
For
patients using the topical liquid form of this medicine for acne:
Do
not get this medicine on your clothing since it may stain.
This
medicine usually comes with patient instructions. Read these instructions
carefully before using this medicine.
The
liquid form contains alcohol and is flammable. Do not use near heat,
near open flame, or while smoking.
Do
not use after the expiration date on the label. The medicine may
not work properly.
Check with your pharmacist if you have any questions about this.
The
presence of the floating plastic plug in the liquid means that the
medicine has been mixed properly. Do not remove the plastic plug.
It
is important that you do not use this medicine more often than your
doctor ordered. It may cause your skin to become too dry or irritated.
Before
applying this medicine, thoroughly wash the affected area with warm
water and soap, rinse well, and pat dry. After washing or shaving,
it is best to wait 30 minutes
before applying this medicine. The alcohol in it may irritate freshly
washed or shaved skin.
You
should avoid washing the acne-affected areas too often. This may
dry your skin and make your acne worse. Washing with a mild, bland
soap 2 or 3 times a day should be enough, unless you have oily skin.
If you have any questions about this, check with your doctor.
To
use:
This
medicine comes in a bottle with an applicator tip that may be used
to apply the medicine directly to the skin. Use the applicator with
a dabbing motion instead of a rolling motion (not like a roll-on
deodorant, for example). Tilt the bottle and press the tip firmly
against your skin. If needed, you can make the medicine flow faster
from the applicator tip by slightly increasing the pressure against
the skin. If the medicine flows too fast, use less pressure.
Apply
a generous amount of medicine, using enough so that the skin feels
wet all over. After applying the medicine with the applicator, use
your fingertips to spread the medicine around evenly and rub it
into your skin. A second coat may be needed to completely cover
the affected areas. Be sure to wash the medicine off your hands
afterward.
You
should apply the medicine to the whole area usually affected by
acne, not just to the pimples themselves. This will help keep new
pimples from breaking out.
Since
this medicine contains alcohol, it will sting or burn. Therefore,
do not get this medicine in the eyes, nose, mouth, or on other mucous
membranes. Spread the medicine away from these areas when applying.
If this medicine does get in the eyes, wash them out immediately,
but carefully, with large amounts of cool tap water. If your eyes
still burn or are painful, check with your doctor.
The
bottle contains about an 8-week supply of medicine if used only
on the face and neck or about a 4-week supply if used on the face
and neck plus other affected areas.
For
patients using the topical ointment form of this medicine:
To help clear up your infection completely, keep using this medicine
for the full time of treatment, even if your symptoms begin to clear
up after a few days. If you stop using this medicine too soon, your
symptoms may return. Do not miss any doses .
Do
not get this medicine on your clothing since it may stain.
If you are using this medicine, do not use
it to treat deep wounds, puncture wounds, or serious burns without
first checking with your health care professional.
Do
not get this medicine in the eyes.
Before
applying this medicine, thoroughly wash the affected area with warm
water and soap, rinse well, and dry completely.
After
applying this medicine, you may cover the treated area with a gauze
dressing if you wish.
Dosing—
The dose of these medicines will be different for different patients.
Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The
following information includes only the average doses of these medicines.
If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells
you to do so.
For
chlortetracycline
For
ointment dosage form:
For
skin infections:
Adults and children—Use one or two times a day.
For
meclocycline
For
cream dosage form:
For
acne:
Adults
and children—Use two times a day, morning and evening.
For
tetracycline
For
ointment dosage form:
For
skin infections:
Adults
and children—Use one or two times a day.
For
topical solution dosage form:
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.
Missed dose—
If you miss a dose of this medicine, apply it as soon as possible.
However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed
dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.
Storage—
To store this medicine:
Keep
out of the reach of children.
Store
away from heat and direct light.
Keep
the medicine from freezing.
Do
not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure
that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.
Precautions While Using Tetracycline
For patients using either the cream form or the topical liquid form
of this medicine for acne:
Some
people may notice improvement in their acne within 4 to 6 weeks.
However, if there is no improvement in your acne after you have
used this medicine for 6 to 8 weeks or if it becomes worse, check
with your health care professional. The treatment of acne may take
up to 8 to 12 weeks before full improvement is seen.
If
your doctor has ordered another medicine to be applied to the skin
along with this medicine, it is best to wait at least 1 hour before
you apply the second medicine. This may help keep your skin from
becoming too irritated. Also, if the medicines are used too close
together, they may not work properly.
The
liquid form of this medicine may also cause the skin to become unusually
dry, even with normal use. If this occurs, check with your doctor.
This
medicine may cause faint yellowing of the skin, especially around
hair roots. This may be more easily seen in people with light complexions.
The color may be removed by washing. However, the medicine should
be left on the skin as long as possible. Do not wash immediately
after applying the medicine. To do so will keep the medicine from
working properly. If the yellow color is bothersome during the daytime,
the medicine may be applied after school or work and again at bedtime,
unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
Treated
areas of the skin may glow bright yellow under ``black'' (ultraviolet
or UV) light such as that used in some discos. To help reduce or
avoid this, apply the medicine later in the evening or wash it off
before exposure to ``black'' light.
You
may continue to use cosmetics (make-up) while you are using this
medicine for acne. However, it is best to use only ``water-base''
cosmetics. Also, it is best not to use cosmetics too heavily or
too often. They may make your acne worse. If you have any questions
about this, check with your doctor.
For
patients using the topical ointment form of this medicine:
If your skin infection does not improve within 2 weeks, or if it
becomes worse, check with your health care professional.
Side Effects of This Medicine
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted
effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they
do occur they may need medical attention.
Check
with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side
effects occur:
Less
common
Pain, redness, swelling, or other sign of irritation not present
before use of this medicine
Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention.
These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts
to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following
side effects continue or are bothersome:
More
common--For topical liquid form only
Dry or scaly skin; stinging or burning feeling
More common--For cream and topical liquid forms only
Faint yellowing of the skin, especially around hair roots
Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients.
If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.
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