PROCYCLINE

PROCYCLINE is an antibiotic medicine that works against various types of bacteria and is generally prescribed for the treatment of various bacterial infection that affects the lungs, skin, urinary, and eyes. It is also used in treating sexually transmitted infections, rickettsial infections, and other infections caused by bacteria. Bacterial infection occurs when bacteria enter the body, multiply and cause a reaction in the body.

PROCYCLINE contains OXYTETRACYCLINE 50mg/ml, which belongs to the class of antibiotics. It works by destroying the outer protein layer (cell wall) of bacteria, thereby killing the bacteria (bactericidal).

Uses of PROCYCLINE 50mg/ml

• Treat respiratory infections
• It also treats skin infections
• It is also used for urinary tract infections
• It also treats eye infections
• It treats sexually transmitted infections
• It is also used for treating rickettsial infection caused by another infection

How to use PROCYCLINE 50mg/ml?

It should be administered by your doctor and follow the doctor’s instructions on the dosage and timing, and never try to self-administer it.

Side Effects

• Tiredness
• Feeling sick
• Fever
• Stomach pain
• Skin rashes
• Allergic reaction
• Headache
• Sore throat
• Nausea
• Myalgia

How does PROCYCLINE 50mg/ml work?

PROCYCLINE 50mg/ml stops bacterial growth by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Interactions

Interaction with Drugs

• Amoxicillin
• Heparin
• Warfarin
• Cloxacillin
• Furosemide
• Lithium
• Metformin
• Magnesium hydroxide
• Aluminium hydroxide

Interaction with Diseases

It may interact with patients with liver disease, kidney disease, and myasthenia gravis.

Interaction with Food

Avoid high-fat meals

Interaction with Beverages

Avoid dairy products

For Pregnant women

Consult your healthcare professional before using this medicine

For Breastfeeding Women

It is not safe for nursing mothers as it may affect newborn babies

Lifestyle:

• It may cause diarrhoea, which is one of the side effects of this medicine, so make sure to take probiotics.
• Check on stool if you notice bloody stools or develop stomach cramps, consult your doctor.
• Avoid alcohol intake it may affect your sleep
• Maintain good hygiene

Habit Forming

No

FAQs

What is the use of PROCYCLINE 50mg/ml?

It is used to treat different bacterial infections in the human body.

Can I take PROCYCLINE 50mg/ml for viral infections like cold or flu?

No, it doesn’t treat viral infections like cold or flu; it is only best to treat bacterial infections.

Can I drink milk at night after taking PROCYCLINE 50mg/ml?

it is advised not to take with dairy products because dairy products can interfere with the absorption of this medicine and reduce its effectiveness, so while treating, you should avoid dairy products.

What are the side effects of PROCYCLINE 50mg/ml?

There are common side effects like headache, fever, vomiting, cramps, stomach pain, nausea, and diarrhoea, and if these effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor.