15 Questions
Tetracycline is a broad spectrum antibiotic with a narrow spectrum of activity.
False
Chlortetracycline is primarily used to treat Rickettsia disease and Chlamydia.
True
Demeclocycline is used to treat acne and has an antidiuretic effect.
True
Oxytetracycline is used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis and has a poor absorption profile.
False
Doxycycline is used to treat impaired renal function and has a shorter half-life.
False
Methacycline is used to treat acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic bronchitis.
True
Tetracycline is an antibiotic with a narrow spectrum of activity.
False
Chlortetracycline is used to promote growth and improve feed efficiency in animals.
True
Demeclocycline is used to treat plague.
True
Oxytetracycline is used to treat topical infections.
True
Doxycycline has a shorter half-life compared to other tetracyclines.
False
Tetracycline is an alternative to penicillin.
True
Methacycline is used to treat chronic bronchitis.
True
Oxytetracycline has a poor absorption profile.
False
Demeclocycline has antidiuretic effects.
True
Learn about the general structure, mechanism of action, and indications of tetracycline antibiotics, including their broad spectrum activity and cost-effectiveness. Discover the unique features and specific indications of tetracycline and its analogs, such as Tricor and Aureomycin.
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