Tuesday 3 December 2013

side effects of antibiotics - is this not a warning

Side effects of antibiotics  

Tetracyclines and sensitivity to light 

Tetracyclines can make your skin sensitive to sunlight as well as artificial sources of light such as sun lamps and sunbeds.
You should avoid prolonged exposure to bright light while taking tetracyclines.
The most common side effects of antibiotics affect the digestive system. These occur in around 1 in 10 people.
Side effects of antibiotics that affect the digestive system include:
  • being sick
  • feeling sick
  • diarrhoea 
  • bloating and indigestion
  • abdominal pain
  • loss of appetite
These side effects are usually mild and should pass once you finish your course of treatment.
If you experience any additional side effects other than those listed above you should contact your GP or the doctor in charge of your care for advice.

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