Minolox 100 Tablet

Minolox 100 Tablet is an oral antibiotic tablet that contains minocycline 100 mg in each tablet. Minocycline belongs to the tetracycline class of antibiotics and is used to treat certain bacterial infections, including acne and other infections caused by susceptible bacteria. Minolox 100 Tablet is not useful for colds or flu, because it works only against bacteria. It should be taken exactly as prescribed for the infection your doctor is treating.

How it works: Minocycline works by stopping bacteria from making the proteins they need to grow and multiply. As a tablet, Minolox 100 Tablet is absorbed through the stomach and intestines, then moves into the body where it helps control susceptible bacterial infections.

Minolox 100 Tablet is the higher-strength tablet in this brand family compared with Minolox 50 Tablet, so it may be chosen when a doctor wants a full 100 mg dose in a single tablet. This strength is best suited for patients who have been assessed by a clinician and need the 100 mg tablet rather than a lower-strength option, and it may be more convenient for once- or twice-daily regimens depending on the prescription. It is not a starting dose for everyone; the right tablet strength depends on the condition being treated and the prescriber’s plan.

• Acne vulgaris
• Bacterial skin infections
• Respiratory tract infections caused by susceptible bacteria
• Urinary tract infections caused by susceptible bacteria
• Other infections your doctor determines may respond to minocycline

• Swallow Minolox 100 Tablet whole with a full glass of water.
• Take it as directed by your doctor, at the same time each day if prescribed regularly.
• Do not lie down right after taking the tablet; stay upright for at least 30 minutes.
• Avoid taking it at the same time as milk, antacids, or iron unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
• If it upsets your stomach, ask your clinician whether it should be taken with food.
• Finish the full course even if you start feeling better.

Each Minolox 100 Tablet provides minocycline 100 mg per tablet. How often you take it depends on the infection, your age, and your doctor’s instructions; some patients take it once daily while others may take it twice daily, and the exact maximum daily amount is set by the prescriber and should not be changed on your own. Because this is a 100 mg tablet, it is a higher-strength option and should be used only in the dose schedule your doctor selects.

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

Common side effects of Minocycline may include:

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Dizziness or lightheadedness, which may be more noticeable with Minolox 100 Tablet
• Headache
• Upset stomach
• Skin sensitivity to sunlight
• Vomiting

• Use with caution if you have a history of liver disease, kidney problems, or severe allergy to tetracycline antibiotics.
• Minolox 100 Tablet can make you more sensitive to sunlight, so use sunscreen and limit strong sun exposure.
• Do not take it with dairy products, antacids, calcium, magnesium, zinc, or iron at the same time unless your doctor advises otherwise.
• It can cause dizziness or vertigo, so be careful driving or using machinery until you know how it affects you.
• Do not use this antibiotic during pregnancy unless your doctor specifically tells you it is needed.
• Tell your doctor if you have trouble swallowing or a history of esophageal irritation, because tablets should be taken with plenty of water and while upright.
• Do not use it for viral infections, and do not share Minolox 100 Tablet with anyone else.

• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Isotretinoin or other acne medicines that may increase pressure inside the skull
• Penicillins or other antibiotics your doctor may need to review for compatibility
• Antacids, iron, calcium, magnesium, and zinc supplements
• Oral contraceptives may need backup advice depending on your clinician’s guidance

Store Minolox 100 Tablet in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.