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Minotab tablet 100 mg 10’s

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Minotab tablet contains Minocycline | belongs to Tetracycline derivative

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How it works

Minotab tablet 100 mg 10’s works to treat infections by preventing the growth and spread of bacteria. It works to treat acne by killing the bacteria that infects pores and decreasing a certain natural oily substance that causes acne.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Minotab tablet 100 mg 10’s

  • Diarrhea severe
  • Dizziness severe
  • Loss of appetite severe
  • Headache severe
  • Skin rash severe
  • Hearing impairment severe
  • Tooth discoloration
  • Increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight
  • Indigestion

Uses of Minotab tablet 100 mg 10’s

What is it prescribed for?

  • Bacterial infections

    This medicine is used in the treatment of bacterial infections like Rocky Mountain spotted fever, respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and cholera.

  • Acne vulgaris

    This medicine is used in the treatment of Acne vulgaris which is a type of skin disease that causes pimples.

  • Meningococcal Meningitis

    This medicine is used as a prophylactic treatment for Meningococcal Meningitis only when there is a high risk of this disease.

  • Skin and Structure Infection

    This medicine is used in the treatment of Skin and structure infection like cellulitis, wound infection, or cutaneous abscess caused by Streptococcus pyogenes and Staphylococcus aureus.

  • Chancroid

    This medicine is used in the treatment of chancroid which is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection characterized by painful genital ulcers.

  • Gonococcal infection

    This medicine is used in the treatment of gonococcal infection which is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

  • Onset of action

    The time required for this medicine to reach the maximum concentration is 1 to 4 hours for an immediate release tablet and 3.5 to 4 hours for an extended release tablet.

  • Duration of Effect

    The time until which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

  • Safe with Alchohol?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is it habit forming?

    No habit forming tendency has been reported.

  • Usage in pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.

  • Usage while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.

When not to use?

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Minotab tablet 100 mg 10’s or any other tetracyclines.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
  • Pregnancy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.

  • Breast-feeding

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.

General Warnings
  • Photosensitivity

    This medicine may increase the risk of sunburn reaction. It is advised that you do not get exposed to sunlight while receiving this medicine. Patients should be counseled about these reactions and should discontinue the treatment if any symptoms of skin rash appear.

  • Impaired liver function

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of liver diseases or active liver diseases due to the increased risk of liver injury. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. The treatment should be discontinued if the liver function values are not normal.

  • Impaired kidney function

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of kidney diseases or active kidney diseases due to the increased risk of kidney injury. Close monitoring of renal function is recommended while receiving this medicine. Discontinue the treatment if any signs of elevated urea levels are observed.

  • Pediatric population

    This medicine is not recommended for use in children less than 8 years of age due to the risk of permanent teeth discoloration.

  • Drug-resistance

    Usage of This medicine without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that are resistant to the medicine.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already the time for your next scheduled dose.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

Interaction with Medicines
  • Warfarin moderate
  • Ethinyl Estradiol moderate
  • Digoxin moderate
  • Calcium gluconate moderate
  • Live cholera vaccine severe
Disease interactions
  • moderate

    This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients having a history of gastrointestinal diseases, particularly colitis. Inform your doctor if you have any history of gastrointestinal diseases. Report any incidence of severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, and blood in stools to the doctor immediately. Drink an adequate amount of water to prevent dehydration and to maintain electrolytes level. Your doctor may discontinue treatment with this medicine based on your clinical condition.

General Instructions

Take This medicine as instructed by your doctor. Do not consume larger amounts than prescribed. Drink an adequate amount of water to prevent the irritation of the intestine. It is advised that you do not take this medicine with iron and calcium supplements. Inform the doctor if you experience any undesired effects.

References

Additional Information:

what are the adverse effects of Minotab tablet 100 mg 10’s?

GI upset, dermatological and hypersensitivity reactions, vestibular disorders, impaired hearing, intracranial hypertension. Rarely, pericarditis, myocarditis vasculitis, renal failure, interstitial nephritis, pancreatitis, hepatotoxicity, hyperpigmentation or SLE (discontinue).

What happens if I miss a dose of Minotab tablet 100 mg 10’s?

Lower respiratory infection, Upper respiratory infection, Skin infection, Urinary tract infection: Adults: 200 mg, then 100 mg every 12 hr or 50 mg every 6 hr. Children: gt;8 yr: 4 mg/kg, then 2 mg/kg every 12 hr.

One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Minotab tablet 100 mg 10’s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.

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