Oxytetracycline (500mg)
TM 500mg Capsule is also used to treat many sexually transmitted diseases and a skin condition known as acne. It should be taken on an empty stomach. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back.Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, and skin reaction on exposure to sunlight (photosensitivity). Avoid excessive sun exposure and use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors. These are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if you find these side effects bother or worry you.Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy to any antibiotic or any liver or kidney problems before taking this medicine. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using it.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of TM
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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. TM 500mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.
TM 500mg Capsule is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
Related Warnings
Consuming alcohol with TM 500mg Capsule does not cause any harmful side effects.
TM 500mg Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
TM 500mg Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
TM 500mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
TM 500mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
TM 500mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
No, you should avoid using milk and milk products while taking TM 500mg Capsule. Consuming dairy products along with TM 500mg Capsule can decrease its absorption from the stomach, which may lead to inadequate affect of this medicine.
It is best to wait for 2 hours after consuming TM 500mg Capsule. Consuming food along with TM 500mg Capsule may decrease its absorption from the stomach.
Yes, you can take TM 500mg Capsule with food if its causing you stomach upset. However, avoid consuming milk and milk products 1 hr before and 2 hr after taking this medicine.
Usually, TM 500mg Capsule starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Yes, the use of TM 500mg Capsule can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
