Tetralysal is a medication with limecycline in its composition, indicated for the treatment of infections caused by microorganisms sensitive to tetracyclines. It is generally used for the treatment of acne vulgaris and rosacea, associated or not with specific topical treatment.
This medicine can be used in adults and children over 8 years of age and can be purchased in pharmacies for a price of about 90 and 130 reais.
How it works
Tetralysal has a substance called limecycline in its composition, which inhibits the growth of susceptible microorganisms, mainly Propionibacterium acnes , on the skin surface and reduces the concentration of free fatty acids in sebum. Free fatty acids are comedogenic and favor inflammation and are believed to be the possible cause of inflammatory lesions such as papules, pustules, nodules and acne cysts.
How to use
You should take 1 300 mg tablet daily or 1 150 mg tablet in the morning and another 150 mg in the evening for 12 weeks.
Tetralysal capsules should be swallowed whole, together with a glass of water, without breaking or chewing and should only be taken according to your doctor's instructions.
Possible side effects
Some of the most common side effects that can occur during treatment are nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea and headache.
Who should not use
Tetralysal is contraindicated for children under 8 years of age, pregnant or breastfeeding women, patients being treated with oral retinoids and with an allergy to tetracyclines or any of the components of the formula.
In addition, this medicine should not be used in people with kidney or liver disease without talking to your doctor first.
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