Minocycline is a second-generation, semi-synthetic tetracycline that has been in therapeutic use for over 30 years because of its antibiotic properties
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Minocycline extended-release tablet (Solodyn) is only used to treat acne
Minocycline hydrochloride capsules are indicated in the treatment of the following infections due to susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms: Rocky
What is Minocycline used for? Moderate-to-severe acne Respiratory tract infections, including in the nose, throat, and lungs Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
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Minocycline capsules are used to treat bacterial infections in many different parts of the body
Even foods like margarines, shortenings, non- dairy creamers, baked goods, and salad dressings can contain lactose
However, absorption is decreased by metallic cations (eg, aluminum, calcium, magnesium, iron); thus, tetracyclines cannot be taken with preparations containing these substances (eg, antacids, many vitamin and mineral supplements)
Minocycline is an antibiotic that treats many types of bacterial infections, including urinary tract infections (UTIs) and sinus infections
"Absorption of both antibiotics was significantly decreased by administration with iron (77% inhibition with minocycline and 81% with tetracycline), milk (27% inhibition with minocycline, 65% with tetracycline), and food (13% inhibition with minocycline and 46% with tetracycline)
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For oral dosage form (capsules): For infections: Adults—At first, 200 milligrams (mg) followed by 100 mg every 12 hours
I didn't think it implied to completey stay away from milk/dairy, but rather to warn you that it reduces the absorption of the drug if you consume many dairy products on a daily basis
avoid combo: combo may incr
Some patients may start at 2 or 4 capsules of 50 mg followed by one 50 mg capsule 4 times a day
red skin lesions, often with a purple center
MINOCIN ® (minocycline) for Injection is supplied as 100 mg single-dose vials of sterile lyophilized powder
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which included dairy products, the extent of absorption of minocycline hydrochloride tablets was slightly decreased (6%)