MINOCIN

Drug Name

Minocin (Minocycline)

Drug Uses

Minocin is a tetracycline antibiotic that is used to treat infections caused by certain bacteria including Anthrax, Cholera, Gonorrhea (when penicillin cannot be given), Urinary tract infections and rectal infections.

How it is taken

Certain brands of Minocin can be taken by mouth with whilst others need to be taken without food. Take it with a full glass of water and swallow it whole without crushing, breaking or chewing it. (Some brands only)

The best way to use the drug is as recommended by your doctor.
Take it for the entire duration of treatment preferably at the same time everyday. Do not stop without consulting your doctor.

Do not take any bismuth salts (eg, bismuth subsalicylate), calcium salts (eg, calcium carbonate), colestipol, iron salts (eg, iron sulfate), magnesium, urinary alkalinizers (eg, daily antacids), sucralfate, vitamins/minerals, quinapril, didanosine, or zinc salts (eg, zinc sulfate) for at least a 2 hour duration of using Minocin.

Drug Class & Mechanism

Minocin is a tetracycline antibiotic that works by slowing down the growth of certain bacteria. This allows the immune system to kill the bacteria.

Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Minocin then you may take it as soon as you remember and adjust the remaining doses accordingly. However, if it is nearly time for the next dose then you may skip this dose and continue with the regular dosage. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.

Storage

Store it at room temperature (between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C) in an air tight container protecting it from direct exposure to light, heat and moisture. Keep away from pets and children.