Why tetracycline used in children?
Children younger than 8 years of age should not use tetracycline because of its unfavorable effects on tooth and bone formation. Tetracycline should not be used on pregnant and lactating women and also in growing children. Side effects of giving tetracycline to children Children under 8 should not take tetracycline. Side effects: severe headache, dizziness, blurred vision; fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms; severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash; urinating less than usual or not at all.
