Minicycline Capsule is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Minicycline Capsule also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Minicycline Capsule is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Minicycline Capsule include Sensitive to light. While these are the most often observed Minicycline Capsule side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Minicycline Capsule are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Minicycline Capsule is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Minicycline Capsule has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Minicycline Capsule related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Minicycline Capsule are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Minicycline Capsule may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Minicycline Capsule is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Minicycline Capsule is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult(Male) |
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| Adult(Female) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Minicycline Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Minicycline. If you are pregnant, do not take Minicycline without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Minicycline Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Minicycline. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Minicycline Capsule on the Kidneys?
Minicycline does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Minicycline Capsule on the Liver?
Minicycline has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Minicycline Capsule on the Heart?
You can take Minicycline without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Minicycline Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Minicycline Capsule habit forming or addictive?
Minicycline Capsule is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Minicycline Capsule, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Minicycline Capsule can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Minicycline Capsule only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Minicycline Capsule cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Minicycline Capsule
When consumed with certain foods, Minicycline Capsule may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Minicycline Capsule
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Minicycline Capsule with alcohol will be.
No, Minicycline should not be taken with an antacid. It can impair the absorption of a drug.
Minicycline can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
No, Minicycline should not be taken with milk because it delays the absorption drug by chelate formation with calcium which contains in milk.
Minicycline is a brand name for doxycycline. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called tetracycline. It is available in different dosage forms such as tablet, capsule, syrup, and cream. Minicycline is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat bacterial as well as protozoal infection. It is used in the treatment of various type of infections such as pneumonia, respiratory tract infection, rickettsial infections, sexually transmitted infections, ophthalmic infections, anthrax including inhalational anthrax, and prophylaxis of malaria. It is also used in combination with other medications to treat acne and pimples. Sometimes Minicycline is also used as an alternative treatment for selected infections when penicillin is contraindicated.
Minicycline can be taken orally and applied topically. An oral form such as tablet should be taken with or without food. If the medicine causes stomach upset after taking this drug take it with food or milk and drink plenty of water. Duration and dose of the course will vary according to the severity of an infection. The topical form of medicine should apply to the affected area twice daily or advice by a doctor, do not apply more or less as recommended by healthcare practitioners.
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