Additional information
| Use in sports | Not typically used in sports |
|---|---|
| Formula | C22H24N2O8 |
| Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, photosensitivity, potential for permanent teeth discoloration |
| Effects | Inhibits bacterial protein synthesis |
| Dosage (sports) | Not applicable |
| Dosage (medical) | 250-500 mg every 6 hours or as prescribed |
| Half-life | 6-11 hours |
| Main action | Bacteriostatic |
| Substance class | Antibiotic |
| Chemical name | (4S,4aS,5aR,12aS)-4-(Dimethylamino)-1,4,4a,5,5a,6,11,12a-octahydro-3,6,10,12,12a-pentahydroxy-6-methyl-1,11-dioxo-2-naphthacenecarboxamide |
| Water Retention | No significant effect |
| Storage conditions | Store at room temperature away from light and moisture |
| Trade name | Sumycin, Tetralysal, others |
| Blood pressure | No significant effect |
| Also known as | TC, tetracycline hydrochloride |
| Strength | 500 mg |
| Lab Test | Not specific, but liver function tests may be monitored |
| Hepatotoxicity | Rare, but cases of liver toxicity have been reported |
| Manufacturer | Pharmaceutical |
