Sumycin
Tetracycline 250mg and 500mg, as tablets and hard capsules, used for acne vulgaris and bacterial infection. Bacterial protein synthesis stops.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 250mg | 30 tablets | US$13.80 | US$0.46 |
| 250mg | 60 tablets | US$27.00 | US$0.45 |
| 250mg | 90 tablets | US$36.90 | US$0.41 |
| 250mg | 120 tablets | US$44.40 | US$0.37 |
| 250mg | 180 tablets | US$59.40 | US$0.33 |
| 250mg | 360 tablets | US$90.00 | US$0.25 |
| 500mg | 30 tablets | US$19.20 | US$0.64 |
| 500mg | 60 tablets | US$33.00 | US$0.55 |
| 500mg | 90 tablets | US$48.60 | US$0.54 |
| 500mg | 120 tablets | US$56.40 | US$0.47 |
| 500mg | 180 tablets | US$70.20 | US$0.39 |
| 500mg | 360 tablets | US$111.60 | US$0.31 |
- Categories
- Antibiotics · Skin Care
- Active ingredient
- Tetracycline
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet; Capsule, hard
- Strengths
- 250 · 500mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Sumycin on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Acne Vulgaris · Bacterial Infection
- Alternative names
- Achromycin
- Therapeutic class
- Tetracycline Antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
- Tetracycline
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to tetracyclines; pregnancy; breastfeeding
- Precautions and warnings
- avoid sun exposure; may impair dental development
- Minor side effects
- nausea; diarrhoea
- Moderate side effects
- glossitis; dysphagia
- Dosage forms
- Tablet; Capsule, hard
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Pfizer
- Onset time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 6–8 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store in a cool, dark place.
- Drug interactions
- oral retinoids; dairy products; antacids
- Age restrictions
- Not for children under 8 years.
Serious side effects
hepatotoxicity, requires immediate medical attention; pancreatitis, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Tetracycline 250mg and 500mg, as tablets and hard capsules, used for acne vulgaris and bacterial infection. Bacterial protein synthesis stops.
Mechanism of action
Sumycin acts by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis through binding to the 30S ribosomal subunit.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Contraindicated due to risk of tooth discoloration and bone growth inhibition. Breastfeeding: Contraindicated.
Sumycin is a recognised formulation of Tetracycline, used to treat Acne Vulgaris and Bacterial Infection. The same active ingredient is also sold under the brand name Achromycin. This treatment is supplied as a tablet in strengths of 250mg and 500mg.
Buying Sumycin online
Generic Tetracycline, often manufactured in India, is far more affordable than the original brand, providing a reliable alternative for people in Australia who live far from a well stocked pharmacy. This product is best used under the care of a doctor to monitor its effect.
What you will receive
Sumycin is the originator brand name, made by Pfizer. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Pfizer and do not ship the original Sumycin.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Tetracycline) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- Inactive ingredients, tablet appearance and packaging can differ from the original brand; the active ingredient and dose are the same.