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Minicycline Plus is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Pain, Swelling. Other than this, Minicycline Plus has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Minicycline Plus. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Minicycline Plus include Sensitive to light. Some other side effects of Minicycline Plus have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Minicycline Plus normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Minicycline Plus is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Minicycline Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Minicycline Plus contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Minicycline Plus have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Minicycline Plus is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Minicycline Plus 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
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Is the use of Minicycline Plus safe for pregnant women?
Minicycline Plus can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Minicycline Plus right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Minicycline Plus safe during breastfeeding?
Minicycline Plus can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Minicycline Plus on the Kidneys?
Minicycline Plus rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Minicycline Plus on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Minicycline Plus on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Minicycline Plus on the Heart?
Minicycline Plus may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Minicycline Plus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Minicycline Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Minicycline Plus habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Minicycline Plus has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Minicycline Plus
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Minicycline Plus and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Minicycline Plus
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Minicycline Plus with alcohol will be.
Discontinuing Minicycline Plus in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Avoid taking Minicycline Plus with contraceptive pill because medicine can decrease the effects of the contraceptive pill. Keep your doctor informed before taking them together. Try other methods of contraception such as condoms, barrier methods to avoid unwanted pregnancies.
Yes, Minicycline Plus can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Minicycline Plus 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.
Yes, Minicycline Plus can cause nausea & vomiting. It is one of the most common side effects of this drug. If you experience nausea & vomiting after taking this medicine, take plenty of fluid and keep your self-hydrated. If you feel severe nausea & vomiting after consuming this drug please inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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