Minomycin
Minocycline tablets for acne. It is a tetracycline antibiotic that treats both the bacteria and the inflammation.
- Category
- Skin Care
- Active ingredient
- Minocycline
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 50mg · 100mg
Prescription and consultation requirements for Minomycin vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Minomycin details
- Condition
- Acne Vulgaris
- Alternative names
- minocycline
- Therapeutic class
- Tetracycline Antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
- Protein Synthesis Inhibitor
- Known off-label uses
- severe rheumatoid arthritis
- Contraindications
- children under eight years; hypersensitivity to tetracyclines
- Minor side effects
- dizziness; nausea; vomiting
- Moderate side effects
- dermatitis; headache; tooth discoloration risk
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Onset Time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Isotretinoin; Antacids; Iron
- Age restrictions
- Contraindicated in children under eight years.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: High risk of fetal tooth staining. Do not use. Breastfeeding: Avoid.
Serious side effects
intracranial hypertension, requires immediate medical attention; hepatotoxicity, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Minocycline tablets for acne. It is a tetracycline antibiotic that treats both the bacteria and the inflammation.
Mechanism of action
Inhibits ribosomal functions inside acne-causing bacteria, clearing blockages and suppressing localised tissue inflammation.