Minocycline Capsules
Minocycline capsules for bacterial infections and acne. It reduces the inflammation that causes acne breakouts.
- Category
- Antibiotics
- Active ingredient
- Minocycline
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Capsule
- Strengths
- 50mg · 100mg
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Minocycline Capsules details
- Conditions
- Bacterial Infections · Acne Vulgaris
- Alternative names
- minocin
- Therapeutic class
- Tetracycline Antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
- Protein Synthesis Inhibitor
- Known off-label uses
- rheumatoid arthritis
- Minor side effects
- nausea; vomiting; dizziness
- Moderate side effects
- photosensitivity; headache; vaginal candidiasis
- Dosage forms
- Capsule
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Antacids; Iron Supplements; Isotretinoin
- Age restrictions
- Contraindicated in children under eight years due to tooth discoloration.
Contraindications
children under eight years; severe hepatic impairment; hypersensitivity to tetracyclines
Serious side effects
drug-induced lupus-like syndrome, requires immediate medical attention; severe hepatotoxicity, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Minocycline capsules for bacterial infections and acne. It reduces the inflammation that causes acne breakouts.
Mechanism of action
Inhibits ribosomal protein synthesis by binding to 30S ribosomal structures, stopping translation in susceptible microflora.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Risk of fetal bone growth suppression and tooth staining. Avoid. Breastfeeding: Avoid.
What you will receive
Minocycline Capsules is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredient, Minocycline, rather than under a brand.
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- Check the active ingredient, strength, form and pack shown at checkout before confirming an order.