Sumycin
Utilized to relieve acne to address inflammation.
- Categories
- Antibiotics · Skin Care
- Active ingredient
- Tetracycline
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet; Capsule, hard
- Strengths
- 250 · 500mg
Sumycin details
- 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
- Patient summary
- Utilized to relieve acne to address inflammation.
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- 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
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.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Sumycin
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. Produced by Pfizer, this treatment is supplied as a tablet in strengths of 250mg and 500mg.
Sumycin availability in Asia
Sumycin is registered across 13 markets, including the UAE, Singapore and Hong Kong, with availability also in Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines. Generic Tetracycline, often manufactured in India, is far more affordable than the original brand, providing a reliable alternative for expats and people living far from a well stocked pharmacy. This product is best used under the care of a doctor to monitor its effect.