What is Minocycline?
Minocycline is a tetracycline antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. It is used to treat various bacterial infections, including urinary tract infections, respiratory infections, scalp infections, severe acne, chlamydia, tick fever, and more. It is also used as a second-line treatment for gonorrhea, syphilis, and other infections in people who are resistant to penicillin.
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Get A Second OpinionMinocycline Uses
- Used to cure or prevent bacterial infections
- Used for the treatment of severe acne
Side Effects
Common Side Effects:
- Blurred vision
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Lightheadedness
- Dry mouth
Less Common Side Effects:
- Numbness
- Tingling
- Burning pain
- Hair loss
- Discoloration of skin or nails
- Dizziness or spinning sensation
- Muscle or joint pain
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Loss of appetite
- Swollen tongue
- Cough
- Trouble swallowing
- Rash
- Itching
- Headache
Serious Side Effects (Seek Immediate Medical Attention):
- Low or no urination, swelling of the ankles or knees, feeling sluggish or out of breath (kidney issues)
- Appetite loss, upper stomach pain (may extend to the back), nausea or vomiting, rapid swelling or bleeding, dark urine, yellowing of skin or eyes (liver or pancreas issues)
- Joint swelling with fever, swollen glands, muscle aches, abdominal pain, vomiting, unusual feelings or behavior, skin discoloration
- Severe headache, ringing in the ears, dizziness, vision problems, pain behind the eyes
- Swollen lips, flu-like symptoms, rapid swelling or bleeding, extreme tingling or numbness, stiffness, chest pain, fever, worsening cough, breathing difficulties
Common Side Effects:
- Numbness, tingling, burning discomfort
- Hair loss
- Nail or skin discoloration
- Dizziness or spinning sensation
- Muscle or joint pressure
- Diarrhea
- Fatigue
- Loss of appetite
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Book an AppointmentHow to Take Minocycline
- Take minocycline exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- Follow all instructions on your prescription label and read all medication guides.
- Take the medication with a full glass of water.
- Complete the full course of the medication, even if symptoms improve quickly.
- Skipping doses increases the risk of infection that is resistant to medication.
- Minocycline cannot treat viral infections such as the flu or common cold.
- Long-term use may require regular medical check-ups.
- If you need surgery, you may need to stop taking minocycline for a short period.
Missed Dose
- Take the missed dose as soon as you remember, but skip it if it is almost time for your next dose.
- Do not take two doses at once to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
- Seek emergency medical attention if you overdose on minocycline.
- Do not take more than the prescribed dose.
Minocycline vs. Doxycycline
Minocycline:
- A tetracycline antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections, respiratory infections, scalp infections, severe acne, chlamydia, and tick fever.
Doxycycline:
- Prescribed for the treatment of acne, rosacea, respiratory infections, and non-gonococcal urethritis and cervicitis.
- Inhibits protein synthesis in bacterial cells and is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
