Oxytetracycline

Oxytetracycline is a type of antibiotic that belongs to the tetracycline group of antibiotics. It is used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections, including respiratory infections, urinary tract infections, skin infections, and sexually transmitted infections.

History

Oxytetracycline was first discovered in the 1950s by the pharmaceutical company Pfizer. It was the second of the tetracycline antibiotics to be discovered, following Chlortetracycline.

Medical uses

Oxytetracycline is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It works by inhibiting the growth of bacteria, preventing them from producing proteins that are essential for their survival.

Side effects

Like all antibiotics, oxytetracycline can cause side effects. These can include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and skin rash. In rare cases, it can also cause more serious side effects such as liver damage or allergic reactions.

Mechanism of action

Oxytetracycline works by binding to the ribosomes of bacteria, preventing them from synthesizing proteins. This inhibits the growth of the bacteria and eventually leads to their death.

See also

• Tetracycline antibiotics
• Antibiotics
• Bacterial infections

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  Oxytetracycline chemical structure
• 3D model of Oxytetracycline
  3D model of Oxytetracycline
• Biosynthesis of the Amidated Polyketide Backbone
  Biosynthesis of the Amidated Polyketide Backbone
• Biosynthesis of Oxytetracycline
  Biosynthesis of Oxytetracycline