Minonex Benefits & Uses

Minonex is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Minonex 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

Minonex Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Minonex is used -

Moderate

Esophagitis

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Urticaria
Loss of appetite
Headache
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Fatigue
Infection
Influenza like symptoms
Drowsiness
Dry Mouth

Minonex Related Warnings

Is the use of Minonex safe for pregnant women?

Minonex 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 Minonex safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Minonex may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Minonex should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Minonex on the Kidneys?

Minonex may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Minonex on the Liver?

Side effects of Minonex rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Minonex on the Heart?

Minonex is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Minonex with Other Drugs

Minonex 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

Minonex Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Minonex

Is this Minonex habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Minonex is addictive.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Minonex as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Minonex 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, Minonex is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Minonex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Minonex

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Minonex to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Minonex

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

Unknown