Minocycline is generally used in treatment of the treatment of bacterial infections.
Side effects
Diarrhoea
Dizziness
Headache
Itching
Nausea
Photosensitivity
Vomiting
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Minocycline, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Minocycline is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food.
How it works
Minocycline is an antibiotic. It makes the condition better and the bacterial growth is stopped by blocking the supply of essential proteins needed by the bacteria to harm the body.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Minocycline a steroid/ a generic/ penicillin/does Minocycline contains acetaminophen/contains sulfa/contains penicillin? Minocycline is a tetracycline antibiotic. It shows steroid like properties due its anti-inflammatory action. It is not penicillin and does not contains acetaminophen, sulfa or penicillin
Q. Is Minocycline used for sinus infections/UTI/ strep throat/tooth infection/ear infection/bronchitis/bladder infection/acne/tonsillitis/sinus infections? Minocycline is a broad spectrum antibiotic and is used for a variety of bacterial infections. Always consult your doctor before taking this medicine for any indication
Q. Is Minocycline bad for you/is Minocycline photosensitive/does Minocycline cause weight gain/ affect periods? Minocycline is safe if taken at recommended dosage and duration. It can cause side effects such as sensitivity to light, weight gain
Q. Is Minocycline safe for long term use/ can i take Minocycline forever? Minocycline is generally safe when taken on a long term basis especially for treatment of acne. Please consult your doctor for determination of duration for your treatment
Q. Is Minocycline gluten free? It is gluten free
Q. Is Minocycline stronger than doxycycline? Doxycycline and Minocycline offer comparable efficacy in the treatment of acne. The effect of treatment differs based on the individual response. Always follow your doctor's advice for choice of treatment.
Expert Advice
Your doctor has prescribed Minocycline to cure your infection and improve symptoms.Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.It may cause dizziness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Minocycline affects you.Do not take antacids or medicines containing zinc or iron at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking Minocycline.Discontinue Minocycline and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Product Details
SKU: PC-36682 Product Description: Cyomin 50 mg Tablet is manufactured by Gary Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd Packing: Strip Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.