Tetracycline Side Effects

As with most medicines, using tetracycline means side effects can occur. Some tetracycline side effects will require medical attention while others are more common and not serious.

If any signs of redness, irritation, pain or swelling not present before using this medication occurs, consult with your doctor as soon as possible.

More common tetracycline side effects that do not need a doctor's attention (unless they become bothersome or continue throughout the course of treatment) are dry or flaky skin, yellowing of the skin (particularly around the hairline), and a stinging or burning sensation.

Apart from side effects, in the areas being treated you should look out for things such as anemia, dizziness, allergic reactions, loss of appetite, nausea, ringing in ears and blurry vision.

Rare tetracycline side effects include muscle weakness, liver poisoning, sore throat and inflammation.

Be sure to visit the Acne Treatment Results page to review any feedback left by others who have experienced tetracycline side effects.