Can it cause antibiotic resistance?

iatroX medicinesPublished 20 August 2026Reviewed 20 August 2026

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Extended or recurrent exposure can encourage resistant organisms or overgrowth by organisms such as Candida and staphylococci.

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hydrocortisone + oxytetracycline hydrochloride · Medicine question

iatroX medicinesPublished 20 August 2026Reviewed 20 August 2026

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Extended or recurrent exposure can encourage resistant organisms or overgrowth by organisms such as Candida and staphylococci.

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