Manufacturer: Ajanta Pharma Ltd
Salt Composition : Minocycline(65mg)
Minonil ER 65 Tablet is also used to treat many sexually transmitted diseases and a skin condition known as acne. It may be taken with or without food. However, you should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back.
Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include headache, dizziness, vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, and skin reaction on exposure to sunlight (photosensitivity). Avoid excessive sun exposure and use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors. These are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if you find these side effects bother or worry you.
Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy to any antibiotic or liver or kidney problems before taking this medicine. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using it. It may blur your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Minonil ER 65 Tablet is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
The half life of minocycline pellet filled capsules is 11.1-22.1 hours. Minocycline intravenous injections have a half live of 15-23 hours. Intravenous minocycline has a clearance of 3.36-5.7L/h, while oral minocycline has a clearance of 3.42-4.4L/h. The oral LD50 in rats is 2380mg/kg and in mice is 3600mg/kg.
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 Minonil
Headache
Dizziness
Itching
Fatigue
This drug is contraindicated in persons who have shown hypersensitivity to any of the tetracyclines, in children <12 years. Avoid in complete renal failure. Use with caution in patients with hepatic dysfunction.
Minonil ER 65 Tablet 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.
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Minonil ER 65 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Minonil ER 65 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Minocycline is used to treat infections caused by bacteria including pneumonia and other respiratory tract infections; certain infections of the skin, eye, lymphatic, intestinal, genital, and urinary systems; and certain other infections that are spread by ticks, lice, mites, and infected animals.
Drug-Drug Interaction: MINOCYCLINE may interact with medicines used for infections (phenoxymethylpenicillin), medicines for acne (isotretinoin), medicines for heart disease (quinapril), medicines for migraine (ergotamine), medicines for inducing labor pain (ergometrine), diuretics/ water tablets (furosemide), medicines for diarrhea (kaolin), antacids (like aluminum, calcium, or magnesium, bismuth subsalicylate), iron supplements.
Drug-Food Interaction: Food containing calcium, iron should be avoided as it may affect MINOCYCLINE effectiveness. Also, prevent the intake of grapefruit or grapefruit juice with MINOCYCLINE. Avoid alcohol intake as it may lead to dizziness and effect MINOCYCLINE absorption.
Drug-Disease Interaction: MINOCYCLINE should not be given in people with colitis (inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract), liver, and kidney disease.
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
ISOTRETINOIN
QUINAPRIL
ERGOTAMINE
FUROSEMIDE
PHENOXYMETHYLPENICILLIN
ERGOMETRIN
KAOLIN
Do not chew, crush or break it. Minonil ER 65 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 25°C
If you miss a dose of Minonil ER 65 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Your doctor has prescribed Minonil ER 65 Tablet to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
It may cause dizziness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Minonil ER 65 Tablet 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.
Discontinue Minonil ER 65 Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Minonil ER 65 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. What does Minonil ER 65 Tablet do for acne?
Minonil ER 65 Tablet belongs to tetracycline class of medicine. It treats the infection by preventing the growth and spread of bacteria. It kills the acne-causing bacteria, which infect pores. It also decreases certain natural oily substance that causes acne.
Q. Can I take Minonil ER 65 Tablet during pregnancy?
Minonil ER 65 Tablet should be avoided during pregnancy as it may cause harm to your unborn baby. Using the medicine during the last half of pregnancy may cause permanent discolouration of teeth and underdevelopment of tooth enamel. Discuss with your doctor for any further query.
Q. What should I avoid while on Minonil ER 65 Tablet?
Minonil ER 65 Tablet may make your skin sensitive to sunlight. Avoid unnecessary or prolonged exposure to sunlight. It is advised to wear protective clothing, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Furthermore, avoid alcohol while on Minonil ER 65 Tablet as it may increase risk of liver toxicity.
Q. Can Minonil ER 65 Tablet get you high?
No, Minonil ER 65 Tablet is not known to get anyone high. It does not cause dependence either physical or psychological. Also, it does not have any abuse potential.
