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Tetracycline Information and Uses

Side Effects of Tetracycline

Serious side effects have been reported with tetracycline. See the “Drug Precautions” section.

Common side effects of tetracycline include loss of appetite, nausea, upset stomach, vomiting, and diarrhea.

This is not a complete list of tetracycline side effects. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Tetracycline Overview

Tetracycline is a prescription medication used to treat various bacterial infections. Tetracycline belongs to a group of drugs called tetracyline antibiotics, which help to stop the growth of bacteria in the body.

This medication comes in capsule form and is typically taken 2 or 4 times a day with or without [non-dairy] food.

Common side effects of tetracycline include loss of appetite, nausea, upset stomach, vomiting, and diarrhea.