How quickly does Tetralysal work?
For acne, this will normally be at least 8 weeks. After 8 weeks of treatment with Tetralysal it is important to see your doctor again. He or she can then check the improvement of your acne. The normal dose is one Tetralysal capsule twice a day (600 mg/day).
What are Tetralysal tablets used for?
About lymecycline
| Type of medicine | A tetracycline antibiotic |
|---|---|
| Used for | Bacterial infections; acne |
| Also called | Tetralysal® |
| Available as | Capsules |
What infections does Tetralysal treat?
Tetralysal belongs to a group of medicines called tetracycline antibiotics. The main use of Tetralysal is to treat acne. Acne appears as blackheads and whiteheads which people often refer to as pimples or spots. Tetralysal attacks the bacteria that are one of the main causes of acne.
What is Tetralysal 150mg used for?
Tetralysal is a brand name for lymecycline. Lymecycline is taken once a day to treat acne and twice a day to treat infections. Always complete the course prescribed by your doctor.
Can you take Tetralysal on an empty stomach?
Take with or without food You can take Tetralysal on a full or empty stomach. If you are feeling sick after taking Tetralysal, you can try eating some food while taking the medication.
What is the strongest medicine for acne?
Isotretinoin is an oral retinoid that treats and prevents acne. Oral isotretinoin is usually viewed as the most powerful acne medication for severe acne on the market and is typically used to treat only the most persistent cases of acne that don’t respond to other treatments.
Can you buy Tetralysal over the counter?
If you are suffering from moderate to severe acne and have found over-the-counter medications to be ineffective, prescription acne treatment Tetralysal 300 (lymecycline 408mg) capsules are available to buy from our Online Doctor following a free consultation.
Does tetracycline dry out your skin?
The liquid form of this medicine may also cause the skin to become unusually dry, even with normal use. If this occurs, check with your doctor. This medicine may cause faint yellowing of the skin, especially around hair roots. This may be more easily seen in people with light complexions.
Does tetracycline cause weight gain?
Subgroup analyses restricted to adolescents prescribed tetracyclines did not show an antibiotic–weight gain effect. Although tetracyclines can cause gastrointestinal distress and decreased appetite, they have been previously associated with weight gain in humans, farm animals and experimental animals.