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Brand: Declomycin
Demeclocycline is a tetracycline antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, thereby preventing bacterial growth and replication. It is also used in the management of syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion (SIADH) due to its unique property of inducing nephrogenic diabetes insipidus.
For bacterial infections and syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion (SIADH).
Outcome:
Reduced absorption of demeclocycline
Mechanism:
Chelation
Outcome:
Increased anticoagulant effect
Mechanism:
Inhibition of vitamin K synthesis by gut bacteria
Outcome:
Reduced absorption of demeclocycline
Mechanism:
Chelation
Most likely new formulation: Liposomal demeclocycline for improved tissue penetration (Year 2026, 60% confidence)
Based on current usage trends and emerging resistance patterns, there is a 20% likelihood of increased restrictions on demeclocycline use in the next 5 years.
Tetracycline Antibiotic
Tetracycline