what is Oxytetracycline ?

Oxytetracycline is an antibacterial medicine. This means that it stops infections caused by bacteria. It is prescribed to treat acute bacterial infections, such as chest infections, urine infections, skin infections, and mouth infections. It is also prescribed for some longer-term skin conditions, such as acne and rosacea.
Oxytetracycline, like other tetracyclines, is used to treat many infections, both common and rare (see Tetracycline antibiotics group). Its better absorption profile makes it preferable to tetracycline for moderately severe acne at a dosage of 250–500 mg four times a day for usually six to eight weeks at a time, but alternatives should be sought if no improvement occurs by three months. Avoid milk, iron, zinc or indigestion remedies while taking Oxytetracycline. Take before food or on an empty stomach.
Along with their useful effects, most medicines can cause unwanted side-effects although not everyone experiences them. The table below contains some of the most common ones. You will find a full list in the manufacturer's information leaflet supplied with your medicine. The unwanted effects often improve as your body adjusts to the new medicine, but speak with your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following continue or become troublesome.