Controlled delivery of tetracycline compounds and tetracycline derivatives

摘要

A composition is provided for delivering a tetracycline compound to a mammal. The composition includes an antibiotic tetracycline compound and a controlled-release agent having at least one controlled-release agent. The tetracycline compound is associated with the controlled- release matrix to provide a release profile whereby the mammal is treated substantially without antibiotic activity. Methods for treating a mammal with a tetracycline compound and a dosage unit are also provided utilizing the controlled-release tetracycline composition.