Captopril
Overview
Demeclocycline is a tetracycline antibiotic. Tetracyclines are derivatives of polycyclic naphthacenecarboxamide. Tetracyclines are broad spectrum antibiotic. They are bacteriostatic and effective against many gram positive and gram negative bacterias. Demeclocycline was obtained by the demethylation of chlortetracycline. Antibiotics require constant drug level in body for therapeutic effect. This is achieved by taking the drug at regular interval of time throughout the day and night as prescribed. Demeclocycline (HCl) is important to take the drug for the full time period as prescribed. If you discontinue the drug, it may result in ineffective treatment.
Primary Characterstics
Indications
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Pharmacokinetics
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Contraindications
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Side Effects
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Dosage
Captopril's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose
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Single Dose
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Frequency
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Route
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Instructions
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Adult Dosage
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| 12.5 to 50 mg | 31 (31.25) | 12 hourly | PO | |
Paedriatic Dosage (20kg)
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| 0.5 to 2 mg/kg | 1.2 (1.25) | 8 hourly | Oral | Gradually increase the Dose |
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
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| 0.5 to 2 mg/kg | 1.2 (1.25) | 8 hourly | Oral | Gradually increase the Dose |
High Risk Groups
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Warning / Precautions
Demeclocycline should be used with caution (if contain tartrazine) in patients with aspirin hypersensitivity, because it may cause allergic reactions (including bronchial asthma). Take appropriate measures if secondary infection occurs. Perform periodic laboratory evaluation of organ system (e.g. liver or kidney) in case of long term therapy.
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Storage Conditions
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Interference in Pathology
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Brands / Trade Names of
Captopril
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