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Fight The Acne Causing Bacteria With Minocycline |
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Minocycline is an antibiotic that works by fighting the bacteria that exists in the body. This dug falls into the category of tetracycline antibiotic. This drug boosts the power of the immune system and makes it more deceptive to various bacteria.
This prescription drug is used to treat various infections that are caused as a result of microbial activity. Bacterial infection such as severe acne, urinary tract infections, gonorrhea and tick fever are cured using Minocycline.
Minocycline for treating acne
Minocycline has been used for quite some time now to treat acne. This antibiotic works in treating acne by destroying and limiting the growth of various causative organisms. It also works as an anti inflammatory agent and helps in reducing the redness associated with acne. It is believed that Minocycline responds better as compared to other antibiotics that are used to treat acne. To add on, Minocycline is also relatively easier to use.
Side effects of using Minocycline
There can be several side effects of using Minocycline. Some of them are listed below.
* Swelling in the genital area
* White patches inside the mouth
* Swollen tongue
* Vaginal discharge
* Mild nausea
Certain side effects of Minocycline can be a little more serious and demand immediate medical attention. If you experience any of the following side effects call a doctor at the earliest.
* Sever blistering
* Skin peeling and skin rash
* Fever and chills
* Extreme body aches
* Jaundice
Using Minocycline
Minocycline should only be used as instructed by the doctor. Avoid any kind of overdose and try not to skip any doses.
* Minocycline should be consumed with at least 8 ounces of water.
* Minocycline should not be consumed with milk or dairy products until otherwise directed. If your doctor asks you to use Minocycline with milk, ask you pharmacist to give you the brands that can be taken with milk.
* Never crush or chew the tablet. Swallow it as a whole.
* The coating of the tablet should never be broken. The medication is meant to be released slowly into the body.
Caution
There are certain cautions measures that you need to undertake while using Minocycline. Bear the following points in mind while using Minocycline.
* Minocycline becomes toxic post its expiry date. Thus, make sure you do not consume the medicine post its expiry.
* If taken along with calcium or iron supplements, the efficacy of this drug is impaired.
* Prolonged or excessive exposure to sunlight should be avoided while you are using Minocycline.
Availability
Minocycline is not a patented drug. This medication is available under several brand names. Some of them are given below.
*Minomycin
* Minocin
* Minoderm
* Arestin
* Akamin
* Acanimo
* Mino-tabs
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