Reduced Caries in Offspring of Rats Receiving Tetracycline During Various Prenatal and Post-Partum Periods

Abstract

Offspring of mothers receiving tetracycline during various prenatal and postpartum periods showed markedly less caries activity during subsequent 60-day post-weaning assay period. Tetracycline administration did not adversely affect litter production, weight gains, diet intake or fluid consumption in either mother or offspring.