Minoz Information

Minoz is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Minoz have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Minoz 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.

While these are the most often observed Minoz side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Minoz 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 Minoz is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Minoz has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Minoz related warnings section.

The section on Minoz contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Minoz may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Minoz is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Minoz Benefits & Uses

Minoz is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Minoz 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

Minoz Related Warnings

Is the use of Minoz safe for pregnant women?

Minoz has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Minoz without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Minoz safe during breastfeeding?

Minoz should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Minoz on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Minoz. 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 Minoz on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Minoz on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Minoz on the Heart?

Minoz is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Minoz with Other Drugs

Minoz 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

Minoz Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Minoz

Is this Minoz habit forming or addictive?

Minoz is not addictive in nature.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Minoz. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Minoz is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Minoz for mental disorders.

No

Minoz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Minoz

Taking Minoz with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Minoz

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Minoz with alcohol.

Unknown