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Minicycline Plus Capsule


Introduction of Minicycline Plus Capsule

Minicycline Plus Capsule is a combination medicine that is used to treat various types of bacterial infections. It prevents the growth of the microorganisms that cause the infection. It also reduces inflammation such as pain or swelling and promotes rapid healing.

Minicycline Plus Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Minicycline Plus Capsule1 and Minicycline Plus Capsule2.

Uses of Minicycline Plus Capsule

Benefits of Minicycline Plus Capsule

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Minicycline Plus Capsule is used to treat certain bacterial infections like pneumonia, bronchitis, gonorrhea (sexually transmitted infections), and infections of ears, gums, intestines, skin, and urinary tract. Minicycline Plus Capsule also reduces pain, swelling associated with infections and promotes the healing process. Make sure to complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Side effects of Minicycline Plus Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Minicycline Plus

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach pain
  • Photosensitivity

How to use Minicycline Plus Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Minicycline Plus Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Minicycline Plus Capsule.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Minicycline Plus Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Minicycline Plus Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Minicycline Plus Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Visual disturbances such as blurring of vision may occur during treatment with doxycycline.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Minicycline Plus Capsule in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Minicycline Plus Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Minicycline Plus Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

Minicycline Plus Capsule

  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
  • Take it while you are sitting or standing, to prevent any throat irritation. Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking medicine.
  • It may cause dizziness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Minicycline Plus Capsule affects you.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Avoid excessive sun exposure and use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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I have reaction from the Capsule Minicycline(1 dose taken). The swelling in the lips and rashes are observed. The above tablet is taken for thought infection. How to get rid of this reaction swelling and rashes. I have stopped the dose.
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
take Allegra M once daily for 3 days
Scar on face due to bacterial infections
Dr. Atul Jain
Dermatology
Pic is not clear, plz visit for proper opinion
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References

  1. ScienceDirecct. Serratiopeptidase. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Drugs.com. Doxycycline. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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