Demeclocycline

Products

Demeclocycline is commercially available as a paste and cement powder (Ledermix). It has been approved in many countries since 1963.

Structure and properties

Demeclocycline (C₂₁H₂₁ClN₂O₈, M_r = 464.85 g/mol)

Effects

Demeclocycline (ATC A01AC01) has antibacterial properties.

Indications

• For pulpitis prophylaxis
• For conservative treatment of acute pulpitis with vital preservation of the pulp (pulpitis acuta).
• For the treatment of acute periodontitis