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Composition :

MINOCYCLINE-50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Medcure Organics Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

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Not Returnable

About Minorg 50mg Capsule

Minorg 50mg Capsule belongs to a group of medications called tetracycline antibiotics, used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections. Minorg 50mg Capsule treats urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, respiratory infections, sexually transmitted infections (like gonorrhea, syphilis), skin infections, and others. Besides this, Minorg 50mg Capsule also treats acne-like lesions caused by rosacea. The bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grows in the body and cause infection. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. Antibiotics inhibit the growth of microorganisms given to treat such kind of infections.

Minorg 50mg Capsule contains Minocycline (antibiotic) primarily used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections comprising gram-negative, gram-positive, anaerobic, and other bacteria. It is a derivative of the tetracycline class of antibiotics that inhibits the protein synthesis process required for the growth of the bacterial cell. As a result, bacterial cells are not able to reproduce and grow. It is a bacteriostatic antibiotic i.e. it stops the growth of bacteria but necessarily does not kill them.

Take Minorg 50mg Capsule as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Minorg 50mg Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical conditions. You may experience headache, photosensitivity (extreme sensitivity to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun and other light sources), dizziness, vomiting, itching, nausea, dizziness, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Minorg 50mg Capsule do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Before using Minorg 50mg Capsule tell your doctor if you ever had an allergy to Minorg 50mg Capsule have kidney problems, liver problems, asthma. Use of Minorg 50mg Capsule in pregnant and nursing mothers is not recommended. It may affect bone and tooth development in unborn babies. Use of Minorg 50mg Capsule during tooth development (pregnancy, infancy, and childhood to the age of 8 years) may cause permanent staining of teeth (yellow-grey-brown). So, its use should be avoided by pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and children below 8 years of age. Do not consume alcohol as it may cause excessive drowsiness when taken along with Minorg 50mg Capsule. Do not drink alcohol with Minorg 50mg Capsule as it may increase the unpleasant side effects.

Uses of Minorg 50mg Capsule

Bacterial infections.

Directions for Use

Tablet/capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Minorg 50mg Capsule is a type of tetracycline class of antibiotic which is effective against a wide range of bacteria including gram-negative, gram-positive bacteria, anaerobes, and some parasites (like Balantidium coli and Entamoeba species). It is prescribed for the treatment of various bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, sexually transmitted infections (like gonorrhea, syphilis), skin infections, and others. Besides this, it is also indicated in the tick-borne infections (typhus fever) caused by the Rickettsia group of bacteria like typhus fever. Off label, usage includes the treatment of acne.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Iron and antacid (like magnesium hydroxide and aluminum hydroxide) may bind to Minorg 50mg Capsule in the gastrointestinal tract, lowering its efficiency. So, a gap of at least 2 hours should be maintained between intake of Minorg 50mg Capsule and iron supplements and antacids. Prolonged use of Minorg 50mg Capsule during tooth development (pregnancy, infancy, and childhood to the age of 8 years) may cause permanent discoloration of the teeth (yellow-grey-brown). Do not consume alcohol as it may cause excessive drowsiness when taken along with Minorg 50mg Capsule. Before using Minorg 50mg Capsule tell your doctor if you ever had an allergy to Minorg 50mg Capsule have kidney problems, liver problems, asthma. Using efficient birth control to prevent pregnancy while you are using this Minorg 50mg Capsule, whether you are a man or a woman. Do not drink alcohol with Minorg 50mg Capsule as it may increase the unpleasant side effects. Besides this, in some cases, the use of Minorg 50mg Capsule causes antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Minorg 50mg Capsule may cause sensitive skin to sunlight and ultraviolet rays causing exaggerated sunburn reaction. Hence it is advisable to apply sunscreen before going outside.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include more fiber enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fiber foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread, brown rice should be included in your diet. 
  • Eating grapefruit during antibiotics treatment can prevent the body from utilizing Minorg 50mg Capsule properly. So, prevent intake of grapefruit or grapefruit juice with the antibiotic. 
  • Avoid taking too much calcium, iron-enriched foods, and drinks as it might affect the working of Minorg 50mg Capsule. 
  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Minorg 50mg Capsule as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make harder for your body to aid the Minorg 50mg Capsule in fighting off infections.
  • Probiotics should be taken after taking full course of Minorg 50mg Capsule in order to restore some of the healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yogurt, cheese, sauerkraut, kombucha, and kimchi can help to restore the good bacteria of the intestine. 

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- BACTERIALS

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FAQs

Minorg 50mg Capsule can make birth control pills less effective. Please ask your doctor about using non-hormonal birth control (condom, diaphragm with spermicide) to prevent pregnancy.

No, Minorg 50mg Capsule should not be stopped even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic medication and completing the full course if very necessary, otherwise the infection might re-appear in a more severe form.

The expiration date of any drug is the last day the manufacturer takes guarantee of the full potency of the drug. Discuss with your doctor, Minorg 50mg Capsule can be taken 15-20 days after the expiry date given the shape, color, and state of the tablet has not changed. If you find any slight change in the form of medicine please do not consume it.

You should avoid taking iron supplements, multivitamins, calcium supplements, antacids, or laxatives within 2 hours before or after taking Minorg 50mg Capsule. Avoid taking any other antibiotics containing Minorg 50mg Capsule unless your doctor has prescribed you.

Use of Minorg 50mg Capsule during tooth development (pregnancy, infancy, and childhood to the age of 8 years) may cause permanent staining of teeth (yellow-grey-brown). So, it is not recommended for pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and children below 8 years of age.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ISOTRETINOIN
  • QUINAPRIL
  • ERGOTAMINE
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • PHENOXYMETHYLPENICILLIN
  • ERGOMETRIN
  • KAOLIN

Special Advise

 

Disease/Condition Glossary

A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our body. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms, like fevers, chills, and fatigue. Bacteria are of various forms comprising commonly of spherical, rod, and spiral-shaped. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. Few harmful bacteria that cause infections include Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, and E. coli. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine can make you more prone to bacterial infection.

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