Calcium phosphate, tribasic and Tetracycline Topical application

• Generic Name: calcium phosphate, tribasic
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Posture

Calcium is a mineral that is found naturally in foods. Calcium is necessary for many normal functions of the body, especially bone formation and maintenance. Calcium can also bind to other minerals (such as phosphate) and aid in their removal from the body.

Calcium phosphate is used to prevent and to treat calcium deficiencies.

Calcium phosphate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: tetracycline topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names:

Tetracyclines belong to the family of medicines called antibiotics. The topical ointment forms are used to treat infections of the skin. Meclocycline cream and the topical liquid form of tetracycline are used to help control acne. They may be used alone or with one or more other medicines that are applied to the skin or taken by mouth for acne.

Topical ointment forms of the tetracyclines are available without a prescription; however, your doctor may have special instructions on the proper use of these medicines for your medical problem. Meclocycline cream and the topical liquid form of tetracycline are available only with your doctor's prescription.