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Composition :

MINOCYCLINE-65MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- BACTERIALS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited, B/2, Mahalaxmi Chambers, 22, Bhulabhai Desai Road, Mumbai – 400 026.
Other Info - MIN0415

FAQs

Minym ER65 Tablet 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, Minym ER65 Tablet 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, Minym ER65 Tablet 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 Minym ER65 Tablet . Avoid taking any other antibiotics containing Minym ER65 Tablet unless your doctor has prescribed you.

Use of Minym ER65 Tablet 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.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Minym ER65 Tablet should not be taken until prescribed if you are taking alcohol. Keep your doctor informed if you drink alcohol.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Minym ER65 Tablet is a Pregnancy Category D. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on the use of Minocycline in pregnant women. In some cases, taking Minym ER65 Tablet during pregnancy may affect tooth and bone development in the unborn baby. So, if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy contact the doctor before using a Minym ER65 Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Minym ER65 Tablet can pass into breast milk and may affect bone and tooth development in a nursing infant. The extent of absorption is unknown. Do not breastfeed while you are taking this medicine.

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Driving

Caution

Drive with caution, Minym ER65 Tablet usually causes blurry vision, dizziness and may affect driving ability.

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Liver

Caution

Minym ER65 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Minym ER65 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Unsafe

Children should not use this medicine. Minym ER65 Tablet can cause permanent yellowing or graying of the teeth in children younger than 8 years old.

About Minym ER65 Tablet

Minym ER65 Tablet belongs to a group of medications called tetracycline antibiotics, used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections. Minym ER65 Tablet treats urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, respiratory infections, sexually transmitted infections (like gonorrhea, syphilis), skin infections, and others. Besides this, Minym ER65 Tablet 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.

Minym ER65 Tablet 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 Minym ER65 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Minym ER65 Tablet 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 Minym ER65 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Before using Minym ER65 Tablet tell your doctor if you ever had an allergy to Minym ER65 Tablet have kidney problems, liver problems, asthma. Use of Minym ER65 Tablet in pregnant and nursing mothers is not recommended. It may affect bone and tooth development in unborn babies. Use of Minym ER65 Tablet 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 Minym ER65 Tablet . Do not drink alcohol with Minym ER65 Tablet as it may increase the unpleasant side effects.

Uses of Minym ER65 Tablet

Bacterial infections.

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Medicinal Benefits

Minym ER65 Tablet 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.

Directions for Use

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

Side Effects of Minym ER65 Tablet

  • Headache
  • Photosensitivity (extreme sensitivity to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun and other light sources)
  • Dizziness
  • Vomiting
  • Itching
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea

Drug Warnings

Iron and antacid (like magnesium hydroxide and aluminum hydroxide) may bind to Minym ER65 Tablet in the gastrointestinal tract, lowering its efficiency. So, a gap of at least 2 hours should be maintained between intake of Minym ER65 Tablet and iron supplements and antacids. Prolonged use of Minym ER65 Tablet 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 Minym ER65 Tablet . Before using Minym ER65 Tablet tell your doctor if you ever had an allergy to Minym ER65 Tablet have kidney problems, liver problems, asthma. Using efficient birth control to prevent pregnancy while you are using this Minym ER65 Tablet , whether you are a man or a woman. Do not drink alcohol with Minym ER65 Tablet as it may increase the unpleasant side effects. Besides this, in some cases, the use of Minym ER65 Tablet causes antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Minym ER65 Tablet may cause sensitive skin to sunlight and ultraviolet rays causing exaggerated sunburn reaction. Hence it is advisable to apply sunscreen before going outside.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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MinocyclineEtretinate
Critical

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MinocyclineEtretinate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Minym ER65 Tablet:
Co-administration of Etretinate with Minym ER65 Tablet may raise the chance of developing pseudotumor cerebri, an uncommon but serious illness brought on by elevated brain pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Minym ER65 Tablet with Etretinate is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction. However, if you experience headache, nausea, vomiting, or visual disturbances, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Minym ER65 Tablet:
Co-administration of Acitretin with Minym ER65 Tablet may increase the risk of a serious condition called pseudomotor cerebral (false brain tumour).

How to manage the interaction:
There's a possible interaction between Acitretin and Minym ER65 Tablet should be used together only if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you develop symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, headache, or visual disturbances during treatment with either medication, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Minym ER65 Tablet:
Co-administration of Tretinoin with Minym ER65 Tablet can increase the risk of side effects like pseudotumor cerebri (increased pressure in the brain)

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tretinoin with Minym ER65 Tablet is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden headaches, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Minym ER65 Tablet:
Taking retinol (vitamin A) with Minym ER65 Tablet may increase the risk of pseudotumor cerebri (increased pressure in the brain).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking retinol (vitamin A) and Minym ER65 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience headaches, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Minym ER65 Tablet:
Taking isotretinoin with Minym ER65 Tablet may increase the risk of a rare and serious condition called pseudotumor cerebri (increased pressure in the brain).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking isotretinoin and Minym ER65 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as headache, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
MinocyclineLomitapide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Minym ER65 Tablet:
Co-administration of lomitapide with Minym ER65 Tablet can increase the risk or severity of liver disorder.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking lomitapide and Minym ER65 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms such as fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-coloured urine, light-coloured stools, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MinocyclineMethoxyflurane
Severe
How does the drug interact with Minym ER65 Tablet:
Taking methoxyflurane with Minym ER65 Tablet may increase the risk of kidney damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking methoxyflurane and Minym ER65 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms such as swelling, weight gain, feeling short of breath, drowsiness, confusion, mood changes, increased thirst, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting, pain in your lower back, and urinating, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MinocyclineCholera, live attenuated
Severe
How does the drug interact with Minym ER65 Tablet:
Co-administration of cholera live attenuated with Minym ER65 Tablet may reduce the activity of cholera live attenuated.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking cholera live attenuated and Minym ER65 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. It is advised to take cholera vaccine at least 14 days after stopping Minym ER65 Tablet treatment. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Minym ER65 Tablet:
Co-administration of leflunomide with Minym ER65 Tablet can increase the risk or severity of liver disorder.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking leflunomide and Minym ER65 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms such as fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-coloured urine, light-coloured stools, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MinocyclineMipomersen
Severe
How does the drug interact with Minym ER65 Tablet:
Co-administration of mipomersen with Minym ER65 Tablet can cause liver damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking mipomersen and Minym ER65 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms such as fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-coloured urine, light-coloured stools, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

 

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 Minym ER65 Tablet 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 Minym ER65 Tablet . 
  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Minym ER65 Tablet as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make harder for your body to aid the Minym ER65 Tablet in fighting off infections.
  • Probiotics should be taken after taking full course of Minym ER65 Tablet 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. 

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