Tetralysal

What is Tetralysal?

Tetralysal is an oral medication. It is the brand name for a medicine called lymecycline, which is a broad-spectrum tetracycline antibiotic which is used in the treatment of acne.

This medicine is prescribed for acne and infections, it kills the bacteria that causes spots on the skin by starving them of valuable proteins that they need to survive.

There is no quick fix when it comes to treating acne, it can have a huge impact on self-confidence, quality of life and has also been linked to depression. Fortunately, Acne can be treated with Tetralysal, which contains the widely prescribed tetracycline antibiotic, Lymecycline.

Tetralysal capsules are only available on prescription and can be taken by adults and children over the age of 12. Each tablet contains 408mg of Lymecycline (equivalent to 300mg Tetracycline base).

What is Tetralysal used to treat?

Tetralysal is very commonly used to treat acne. Thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties, this medicine is very effective at reducing the redness and inflammation caused by outbreaks, making it one of the most effective acne treatments available.

Aside from acne breakouts, the properties within Tetralysal capsules are also beneficial for treating the formation of blackheads and whiteheads. These capsules are very effective at fighting against bacteria; by stopping the build-up of bacteria in the body, Tetralysal can rapidly diminish the appearance and formation of spots.

This medication is also prescribed to treat other bacterial infections, such as chest infections or sexually transmitted infections.

How does Tetralysal work for acne?

Tetralysal works by inhibiting propionibacterium acnes, which are the bacteria that cause acne to occur. The bacteria specifically feed on sebum, which is a natural oil that is produced by the sebaceous glands in the skin.

When feeding on sebum, the bacteria leave behind fatty acids and waste products that can irritate the sebaceous glands and cause them to become inflamed and cause spots.

Tetralysal’s active ingredient lymecycline will stop this bacterium from producing the proteins they need to reproduce and survive. By controlling the number of bacteria present on the skin, the inflammation of the sebaceous glands is also reduced, thus helping to clear some of the main symptoms of acne such as redness (inflammation) and spots.

How long can I take Tetralysal for?

If you are taking Tetralysal to treat acne, you will normally be recommended to take it for at least 8 weeks. Your treatment should be reviewed after three months, to determine whether your acne treatment has been effective. If you have not noticed an improvement after this time, your doctor will probably suggest a different course of treatment.

Who can take Tetralysal?

Tetracycline antibiotics such as Tetralysal are some of the most common medicines used to treat acne, but they are not suitable for everyone.

In order to ensure that this medicine is safe for you to use, you should speak to your doctor before you use Tetralysal if one or more of the below applies to you:

• You have lupus
• You have kidney problems
• You have liver problems
• You have myasthenia gravis
• You have had an allergic reaction to lymecycline or any other medicine in the past

While it is widely prescribed to treat teenage acne, Tetralysal is not suitable for children under 12 years of age.

If you have any questions or concerns at all, you should speak to your doctor before you start to use this treatment. Always read the patient information leaflet for full warnings.

Can you buy Tetralysal over the counter?

Tetralysal is a prescription-only medicine (POM), therefore not available over the counter. To buy tetralysal, it must have been prescribed to you by a doctor or pharmacist.

Can you buy Tetralysal online in the UK?

You can buy Tetralysal online from regulated pharmacies like Medicine Direct. You will first need to fill out an online consultation questionnaire; this is to make sure it is a suitable medicine for you to take. One of our registered prescribers will review your answers and assess your condition to ensure it is suitable.

Tetralysal alternatives

While acne can be difficult to clear completely, a wide range of medicines are available to treat it. Acne cases differ from person to person, so while one treatment may work very well for one person, it may not for another.

Generic Lymecycline tablets are also available to buy from Medicine Direct after an online consultation.

We also sell Erythromycin, which is a widely prescribed antibiotic for the treatment of acne.

A range of topical medicines are also available to order from our pharmacy.

View the Acne product page to see the full range of treatments we have on offer.