Declomycin (Demeclocycline HCl) Drug Information: Medication Guide and Patient Information

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May 27, 2012

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What is acne?

Acne (acne vulgaris, common acne) is a disease of the hair follicles of the face, chest, and back that affects almost all males and females during puberty; the only exception being teenage members of a few primitive isolated tribes living in Neolithic societies. It is not caused by bacteria, although bacteria play a role in its development. It is not unusual for some women to develop acne in their mid- to late-20s.

Acne appears on the skin as...

congested pores ("comedones"), also known as blackheads or whiteheads,
tender red bumps also known as pimples or zits,
pustules, and occasionally as
cysts (deep pimples, boils).

You can do a lot to treat your acne using products available at a drugstore or cosmetic counter that do not require a prescription. However, for tougher cases of acne, you should consult a physician for treatment options.

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PATIENT INFORMATION

Photosensitivity manifested by an exaggerated sunburn reaction has been observed In some Individuals taking tetracyclines. Patients apt to be exposed to direct sunlight or ultraviolet light should be advised that this reaction can occur with tetracycline drugs, and treatment should be discontinued at the first evidence of skin erythema. Concurrent use of tetracyclines with oral contraceptives may render oral contraceptives less effective. (See DRUG INTERACTIONS,) Patients should be Informed that demeclocycline hydrochloride tablets should be taken at least 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after meals (See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION.) Unused supplies of tetracycline antibiotics should be discarded by the expiration date. Patients who are experiencing headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, vertigo, or blurred vision while on demeclocycline therapy, should be cautioned about driving vehicles or using hazardous machinery while receiving demeclocycline therapy. (See WARNINGS.) Patients should be counseled that antibacterial drugs, Including Declomycin (demeclocycline hydrochloride) Tablets, should only be used to treat bacterial Infections. They do not treat viral Infections (e.g., the common cold). When Declomycin (demeclocycline hydrochloride) Tablets are prescribed to treat a bacterial Infection, patients should be told that although it is common to feel better early In the course of therapy, the medication should be taken exactly as directed.

Skipping doses or not completing the full course of therapy may (1) decrease the effectiveness of the Immediate treatment and (2) Increase the likelihood that bacteria will develop resistance and will not be treatable by Declomycin (demeclocycline hydrochloride) Tablets or other antibacterial drugs in the future.

Last reviewed on RxList: 6/18/2008
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.