Sarecycline
Sarecycline
Sarecycline (/sɑːrɪˈsaɪkliːn/) is a tetracycline derivative antibiotic used for the treatment of moderate to severe acne vulgaris.
Etymology
The name "Sarecycline" is derived from the parent class of antibiotics it belongs to, the tetracyclines. The prefix "Sar-" is a common prefix in pharmaceutical naming, often used to denote a modification or variation of a parent compound.
Usage
Sarecycline is indicated for the treatment of inflammatory lesions of non-nodular moderate to severe acne vulgaris in patients 9 years of age and older. It is taken orally, usually once a day, with or without food.
Mechanism of Action
Sarecycline is a tetracycline-class antibiotic. It works by inhibiting protein synthesis in bacteria, thereby stopping bacterial growth. It is specifically designed to treat acne due to its anti-inflammatory properties and its ability to minimize the potential for antibiotic resistance.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Sarecycline include nausea, headache, and sun sensitivity. As with other tetracycline-class antibiotics, sarecycline can cause discoloration of teeth in children and should not be used during tooth development unless other drugs are not likely to be effective or are contraindicated.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sarecycline
- Wikipedia's article - Sarecycline
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