A 55-year-old patient was placed on tetracycline therapy and a week later returns to the physician, indicating that the antibiotic did not alleviate his symptoms. During their conversation the physician determines that the patient took the tetracycline capsules with milk. Which of the following components of milk interfered with theaction of the drug?

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Calcium in milk forms a complex with tetracycline, reducing its absorption and effectiveness. It is recommended to take tetracycline on an empty stomach, with water, and avoid milk or other dairy products for at least 2 hours after taking the medication.

A 55-Year-Old Patient Was Placed on Tetracycline Therapy and a Week