Minomycin
Developed to address bacterial infections to support recovery.
Strengths: 50 · 100mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Minocin
- Therapeutic class
Tetracycline Antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
Tetracycline
- Known off-label uses
rheumatoid arthritis
- Precautions and warnings
avoid prolonged sun exposure; may impair ability to drive
- Minor side effects
dizziness; nausea; diarrhoea
- Moderate side effects
pigmentation; headache
- Dosage forms
Tablet; Capsule, hard
- Administration route
Oral use
- Patient summary
Developed to address bacterial infections to support recovery.
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Pfizer
- Onset Time
1–2 hours
- Duration
6–12 hours
- Storage instructions
Store in a securely closed container, protected from light and moisture.
- Drug interactions
antacids; calcium supplements; iron preparations; isotretinoin
- Age restrictions
Not for children under 8 years.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to tetracyclines; severe hepatic impairment; pregnancy; breastfeeding
Serious side effects
drug induced lupus erythematosus — requires immediate medical attention; intracranial hypertension — requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
Minomycin is a tetracycline antibiotic that binds to the 30S ribosomal subunit of bacteria, effectively inhibiting protein synthesis and preventing bacterial growth and replication.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Contraindicated; may cause permanent discoloration of teeth and affect bone growth in the fetus. Breastfeeding: Contraindicated.
Minomycin
Developed to address bacterial infections to support recovery.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Minocycline
- Listed indication(s): Acne Vulgaris, Bacterial Infection
Usually available as
- 60 tablets - 50 mg155-50-mg-1302
- 30 tablets - 100 mg155-100-mg-1295