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Minocycline

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Minocycline hydrochloride is a tetracyclic agent which is a kind of serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibiting drug (atypical anti-psychotic drug, drug for psychosis).

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21 year experience in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Drug Class

Tetracyclic drug

Brands

Dynacin • Minocin • Solodyn

Side Effects

Common

Ringing in ears
Spinning sensation
Dizziness
Lightheaded
Nausea
Flatulence
Abdominal discomfort
Stomach pain
Abdominal pain
Vomiting
Passing gas
Fatigue
Headache
Balance problems
Drowsiness
Skin darkening
Increased skin pigmentation
Loss of appetite
Reduced appetite

Serious

Diarrhea
Stained teeth
Rash

Treats

Legionnaires' disease
4
1 review
Legionellosis
3
1 review
Pontiac fever
Condition

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Please describe the medication: Minocycline?

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A 37-year old asked:

How long does minocycline stay in your body?

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A 48-year old asked:

How long does it take for minocycline to turn your skin blue?

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A 18-year old male asked:

I took a year expired 100mg minocycline should I be concerned?

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I took a year expired 100mg minocycline should I be concerned?

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A 43-year old asked:

Please tell me how long it takes for to see results with minocycline?

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A 30-year old asked:

Could you tell me what happens if you take 2 tablets of expired minocycline?

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A 34-year old asked:

Today is my 33rd day on minocycline (100 mg once a day) when can I expect to see full results with it?

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A 43-year old asked:

What are your reactions to solodyn (minocycline)?

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A 43-year old asked:

Can I drink alocohol while on antibioics (minocycline)?

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A male asked:

Is being constantly tired a side effect of minocycline?

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A 28-year old female asked:

Can you take solodyn (minocycline) while on metrozoline?

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A 45-year old female asked:

Is it bad to be on Minocycline long term? It's for rosacea.

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A 38-year old asked:

How many mg of minocycline should i take to treat pneumonia?

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A member asked:

What is the definition or description of: Solodyn (minocycline)?

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A 42-year old male asked:

Been on 100mg of minocycline a day for 3 months now. How long can I stay on this? Any side effects from bring on so long?

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A 24-year old female asked:

I'm on minocycline for 3 weeks now for rosacea, haven't noticed a thing! I notice more bumps and it is becoming itchy. Please help me?

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A 35-year old female asked:

If I'm proscribed minocycline 100 mg twice a day, can I take the pills within 6 hours of each other or does it have to be 12 hours apart?

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A 19-year old female asked:

Can you drink on minocin (minocycline)?

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A 39-year old asked:

Can minocycline work as hiv preventive?

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A 42-year old asked:

Are amoxicillin and minocycline related?

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A 48-year old asked:

Does minocycline cause tooth discoloration?

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A 43-year old asked:

Does minocycline increase light sensitivity?

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A female asked:

Is minocin (minocycline) midciination safe(pills)???

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A 21-year old female asked:

Is it okay to take vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) with minocycline?

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A 19-year old female asked:

Do I have to take minocin (minocycline) at the same time each day?

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A 42-year old asked:

Is it a bad idea to take minocin (minocycline) tablets and alcohol?

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A 34-year old male asked:

How long do I need to take the Minocin (minocycline) capsule if I take 300mg daily?

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A 25-year old asked:

Im currently taking minocycline for my skin. is it bad if i drink alcohol while taking this medicine?

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A female asked:

Can any medications cause boils? Is it possible for any medications such as minocycline to cause skin conditions like boils?

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