Divaine 100 mg Tablet

Divaine 100 mg Tablet is a prescription antibiotic tablet that contains 100 mg of minocycline in each tablet. It belongs to the tetracycline class of antibiotics and is used to treat certain bacterial infections. Doctors may prescribe Divaine 100 mg Tablet for conditions such as acne and other infections caused by susceptible bacteria. Because it is a higher-strength tablet, it is typically chosen when a clinician wants a full 100 mg dose in a single tablet.

How it works: Minocycline works by stopping bacteria from making proteins they need to grow and multiply. As a 100 mg tablet, Divaine 100 mg Tablet delivers a full oral dose that is absorbed after swallowing and then circulates in the body to help fight susceptible bacteria.

Divaine 100 mg Tablet is the stronger sibling of Divaine 50 mg Tablet, so it may be more suitable for patients who need a 100 mg dose per administration rather than two smaller tablets. A doctor may choose this strength for convenience, dose accuracy, or when the prescribed regimen calls for 100 mg at a time. It is not meant for everyone, and the right strength depends on the infection being treated and the patient’s medical history.

• Acne vulgaris
• Bacterial skin infections
• Respiratory tract infections caused by susceptible bacteria
• Other infections when prescribed by a doctor

• Swallow Divaine 100 mg Tablet whole with a full glass of water.
• Take it exactly as prescribed; the 100 mg strength may be taken once or more than once daily depending on the condition.
• Do not lie down right after taking it, because minocycline can irritate the esophagus.
• If it upsets your stomach, your doctor may tell you to take it with food, but avoid taking it together with dairy, antacids, iron, zinc, or magnesium.
• Take it at evenly spaced times each day to keep the medicine level steady.
• Finish the full course unless your prescriber tells you to stop, even if you feel better.

Each Divaine 100 mg Tablet provides 100 mg of minocycline. Depending on the infection and the patient, it may be taken once daily or in divided doses, but the exact schedule is set by the doctor. Do not exceed the prescribed amount; the maximum daily dose varies by indication and must be determined by the prescriber.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Minocycline may include:

• Dizziness or lightheadedness, which may be more noticeable with the 100 mg tablet
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Upset stomach
• Sensitivity to sunlight

• Divaine 100 mg Tablet is a higher-strength tablet, so it should only be used as directed by a clinician who has assessed the patient.
• It can cause dizziness, so avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.
• This medicine can make you more sensitive to sunlight; use sun protection and avoid tanning beds.
• Do not take it at the same time as antacids, iron, zinc, magnesium, or calcium supplements because they can reduce absorption.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney disease, a history of esophageal irritation, or autoimmune conditions.
• It may not be appropriate in pregnancy or in children under 8 years old except when specifically prescribed.
• Avoid alcohol if it worsens stomach upset or dizziness while you are taking minocycline.

• Isotretinoin or other retinoids, which can increase the risk of increased pressure in the skull
• Warfarin, because minocycline may affect bleeding risk
• Antacids and mineral supplements containing iron, calcium, magnesium, or zinc
• Penicillin antibiotics, since tetracyclines can interfere with some penicillin-based treatments
• Oral contraceptives may be affected in some patients, so backup contraception may be discussed

Store Divaine 100 mg Tablet at room temperature in its original strip/box of 10 tablets, away from moisture and heat.