Minocycline!
Minocycline is a tetracycline antibiotic. Minocycline is
used to treat many different bacterial infections, such as urinary tract
infections, acne, gonorrhea, and chlamydia.
The following information is intended to supplement,
not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist
or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that
use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Please consult your
healthcare professional before using this or any other prescription or
non-prescription medication.
About Minocycline
Uses of Minocycline
Minocycline is used to treat many different bacterial
infections, such as urinary tract infections, acne, gonorrhea, and
chlamydia, among others.
Minocycline Precautions
Minocycline may decrease the effectiveness of birth control
pills. Use a second method of birth control to prevent pregnancy while
taking minocycline. void prolonged exposure to sunlight. Minocycline
may increase the sensitivity of your skin to sunlight. Use a sunscreen
and wear protective clothing when exposure to the sun is unavoidable.
Minocycline Directions
Take each dose of minocycline with a full glass of water
(8 ounces). Minocycline may be taken on an empty stomach or with food or milk.
Do not take iron supplements, multivitamins, calcium supplements, antacids,
or laxatives within 2 hours of taking minocycline as these products may
reduce the effectiveness of minocycline.
Side Effects of Minocycline
If you experience any of the following serious side
effects, stop taking minocycline and seek emergency medical attention:
- vision changes;
- confusion;
- an allergic reaction (swelling of your lips, face, or tongue, difficulty breathing);
- a severe headache;
- liver damage (yellowing of the skin or eyes, nausea, abdominal pain or discomfort, unusual bleeding or bruising, severe fatigue);
- blood problems (fever, fatigue, easy bruising or bleeding); or
- genital sores or itching.
If you experience any of the following less serious side
effects, continue to take minocycline and talk to your doctor:
- dizziness or lightheadedness;
- sensitivity to the sun;
- nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or decreased appetite;
- dark "furry" tongue, black tongue, or swollen tongue; or
- vaginal yeast infection.
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