Minocycline is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Minocycline depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Minocycline 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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Minocycline is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Minocycline safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Minocycline. If you are pregnant, do not take Minocycline without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Minocycline safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Minocycline. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Minocycline on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Minocycline. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Minocycline on the Liver?
Side effects of Minocycline rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Minocycline on the Heart?
Using Minocycline does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Minocycline 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 Minocycline unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Minocycline habit forming or addictive?
Minocycline is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Minocycline. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Minocycline only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Minocycline for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Minocycline
Taking Minocycline with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Minocycline
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Minocycline with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
