Antibiotics Articles A-Z
Minocycline dosing ranges from 50 mg to 400 mg, taken once or twice a day. As this eMedTV resource explains, dosages vary, based on age, the condition being treated, if other existing medical conditions are present, and other factors.
If some medicines or other products are combined with minocycline, drug interactions may occur. As this eMedTV Web page explains, these interactions could cause your body to metabolize the drugs differently than intended, and complications may occur.
Although other drugs are available, minocycline for acne is a common treatment option. As this eMedTV resource explains, this antibiotic usually responds better than the others and typically has few side effects.
Minocycline Precautions and Warnings
This eMedTV page lists minocycline precautions and warnings, including people who should avoid the drug, potential side effects, and possible complications. For example, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not take minocycline.
Minocycline side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, or fever. As this section of the eMedTV library explains, less than 1 percent of people may develop more serious side effects, such as hair loss, allergic reaction, or liver toxicity.
Minocycline uses are mainly focused on the treatment of bacterial infections, anthrax infections, and acne. This eMedTV page further explains how the antibiotic works to kill infection-causing bacteria and discusses uses for the drug in children.
Omnicef is an antibiotic commonly used to treat bacterial infections, such as tonsillitis or strep throat. This eMedTV segment explains what else the drug is used for, how it works to rid infections, possible side effects, and dosing information.