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What is the main topic of this text?
A type of antibiotic
What is the classification of Tetracycline?
Antibiotic
What is the purpose of Tetracycline?
To treat bacterial infections
What type of infections does Tetracycline treat?
Bacterial infections
What is the effect of Tetracycline on the body?
It kills bacteria
Study Notes
Tetracycline
- A type of antibiotic that belongs to the class of tetracycline antibiotics.
- Classified as a broad-spectrum antibiotic, effective against a wide range of bacteria.
- Primarily used to treat bacterial infections, including respiratory, skin, and urinary tract infections.
- Effective against infections caused by Chlamydia, Rickettsia, and Mycoplasma.
- Acts by inhibiting protein synthesis, thereby stopping the growth of bacteria.
- Can cause side effects such as diarrhea, nausea, and sensitivity to sunlight.
- Can also lead to allergic reactions, such as hives, and in rare cases, anaphylaxis.
- Resistance to tetracycline has developed in some bacteria, making it less effective against certain infections.
- Also used to treat acne, as it reduces the bacteria that cause inflammation and prevents the production of pimples.
Learn about the classification, purpose, and effects of Tetracycline, a broad-spectrum antibiotic, and its role in treating various infections.
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