What lifestyle changes should I make while taking tetracyclines?
– Tanning is not a good idea. The higher your dosage, the more susceptible to the sun’s harmful UV rays your skin becomes. Thus, you will burn easier and quicker. For this reason, you should always wear sun screen and protective clothing to avoid damaging your skin and actually making your acne worse. – Limit alcoholic beverages as much as possible, as your liver and kidneys may be weakened by the medicine. – Tell your dentist or surgeon if you are on a tetracycline before getting surgery, since your body is more sensitive to punctures and damage while on the medicine. – Take caution when operating machinery, as tetracyclines can make you dizzy. – Since tetracyclines weaken your immune system, it’s probably a good idea to avoid smoking cigarettes and getting high as much as possible. Doing so won’t make your skin worse, but it could make the post-antibiotic recovery process longer.
