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Brand Names: Dynacin, Minocin, Minocin PAC, Myrac, Solodyn

Generic Name: minocycline (Pronunciation: mye no SYE kleen)

• What is minocycline (Dynacin, Minocin, Minocin PAC, Myrac, Solodyn)?
• What are the possible side effects of minocycline (Dynacin, Minocin, Minocin PAC, Myrac, Solodyn)?
• What is the most important information I should know about minocycline (Dynacin, Minocin, Minocin PAC, Myrac, Solodyn)?
• What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking minocycline (Dynacin, Minocin, Minocin PAC, Myrac, Solodyn)?
• How should I take minocycline (Dynacin, Minocin, Minocin PAC, Myrac, Solodyn)?
• What happens if I miss a dose (Dynacin, Minocin, Minocin PAC, Myrac, Solodyn)?
• What happens if I overdose (Dynacin, Minocin, Minocin PAC, Myrac, Solodyn)?
• What should I avoid while taking minocycline (Dynacin, Minocin, Minocin PAC, Myrac, Solodyn)?
• What other drugs will affect minocycline (Dynacin, Minocin, Minocin PAC, Myrac, Solodyn)?
• Where can I get more information?

What is minocycline (Dynacin, Minocin, Minocin PAC, Myrac, Solodyn)?

Minocycline is a tetracycline antibiotic. It fights bacteria in the body.

Minocycline is used to treat many different bacterial infections, such as urinary tract infections, severe acne, gonorrhea, tick fever, chlamydia, and others.

Minocycline may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Dynacin 100 mg

gray/white, imprinted with 0498, DYNACIN 100 mg

Dynacin 75 mg

gray, imprinted with DYNACIN 75MG, 0499

Minocin Pellets 100 mg

dark green/light green, imprinted with Lederle M46, Lederle 100 mg

Minocycline 100 mg Pellet-ESI

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Minocycline 100 mg-TEV

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Minocycline 100 mg-WAT

gray/yellow, imprinted with MINOCYCLINE 100, DAN 5695

Minocycline 50 mg Pellet-ESI

yellow, imprinted with 59911 5869

Minocycline 50 mg-TEV

pink, imprinted with 93 3165

Minocycline 50 mg-WAT

yellow, imprinted with MINOCYCLINE 50 mg, DAN 5694

Minocycline 75 mg-TEV

gray/white, imprinted with 93 7300

Minocycline 75 mg-WAT

white/yellow, imprinted with WPI, MINOCYCLINE 75

Myrac 100 mg

oblong, yellow, imprinted with STIEFEL, 7340

Myrac 50 mg

oblong, yellow, imprinted with STIEFEL, 7338

Myrac 75 mg

oblong, yellow, imprinted with STIEFEL, 7339

Vectrin 100 mg

green, imprinted with VECTRIN 100 mg

What are the possible side effects of minocycline (Dynacin, Minocin, Minocin PAC, Myrac, Solodyn)?

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using minocycline and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

• severe headache, dizziness, blurred vision;
• fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms;
• severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash;
• urinating less than usual or not at all;
• pale or yellowed skin, dark colored urine, fever, confusion or weakness;
• severe pain in your upper stomach spreading to your back, nausea and vomiting, fast heart rate;
• loss of appetite, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes); or
• easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness.

Less serious side effects may include:

• sores or swelling in your rectal or genital area;
• mild nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or stomach upset;
• white patches or sores inside your mouth or on your lips;
• swollen tongue, trouble swallowing; or
• vaginal itching or discharge.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about minocycline (Dynacin, Minocin, Minocin PAC, Myrac, Solodyn)?

Do not use this medication if you are pregnant. It could cause harm to the unborn baby, including permanent discoloration of the teeth later in life. Minocycline can make birth control pills less effective. Use a second method of birth control while you are taking minoocycline to keep from getting pregnant.

Minocycline passes into breast milk and may affect bone and tooth development in a nursing baby. Do not take this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Do not give minocycline to a child younger than 8 years old. Minocycline can cause permanent yellowing or graying of the teeth, and it can affect a child's growth.

Avoid exposure to sunlight or artificial UV rays (sunlamps or tanning beds). Minocycline can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight and sunburn may result. Use a sunscreen (minimum SPF 15) and wear protective clothing if you must be out in the sun.

Do not take iron supplements, multivitamins, calcium supplements, antacids, or laxatives within 2 hours before or after taking minocycline. These products can make minocycline less effective.

Throw away any unused minocycline when it expires or when it is no longer needed. Do not take any minocycline after the expiration date printed on the label. Using expired minocycline can cause damage to your kidneys.