Tetracyclines are often not prescribed to infants and young children (8 years of age and under) because they can permanently discolor or stain teeth.
Tetracycline is an antibiotic that combats bacterial infections. It is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections that affect the skin, intestines, respiratory tract, urinary tract, genitalia, lymph nodes, and other parts of the body. It is frequently used to treat severe acne as well as STIs such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. Tetracycline should not be administered to children under the age of 8 as it might stunt a child's development and stain their teeth permanently.
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