Minolin 50 Tablet Information

Minolin 50 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Minolin 50 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Minolin 50 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Minolin 50 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Minolin 50 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Minolin 50 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Minolin 50 Tablet related warnings talks about Minolin 50 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Minolin 50 Tablet contraindications section.

Besides this, Minolin 50 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Minolin 50 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Minolin Benefits & Uses
Minolin Dosage & How to Take
Minolin Side Effects
Minolin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Minolin with Other Drugs
Minolin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Minolin
Minolin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Minolin 50 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Minolin 50 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Minolin 50 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Initially 200 mg followed by 100 mg every 12 hours
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Initially 200 mg followed by 100 mg every 12 hours
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Initially 4 mg/kg followed by 2 mg/kg every 12 hours
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Above 8 years old can take initially 4 mg/kg followed by 2 mg/kg every 12 hours

Minolin 50 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Minolin 50 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Minolin should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Minolin 50 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Minolin may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Minolin 50 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Minolin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Minolin 50 Tablet on the Liver?

Minolin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Minolin 50 Tablet on the Heart?

You can take Minolin without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Minolin 50 Tablet with Other Drugs

Minolin 50 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Acitretin

Calcium Carbonate

Moderate

Insulin Aspart

Iron

Ethinyl Estradiol

Mild

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Minolin 50 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Minolin 50 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Minolin 50 Tablet

Is this Minolin 50 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Minolin 50 Tablet has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Minolin 50 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Minolin 50 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Minolin 50 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Minolin 50 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Minolin 50 Tablet

When consumed with certain foods, Minolin 50 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Minolin 50 Tablet

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Minolin 50 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown