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Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's is used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections. It treats urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, respiratory infections, sexually transmitted infections (like gonorrhoea and syphilis), skin infections, and others. Besides this, it also treats acne-like lesions caused by rosacea. It contains Minocycline, which stops the growth of bacteria. It may cause side effects such as headache, photosensitivity (extreme sensitivity to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun and other light sources), dizziness, vomiting, itching, nausea, dizziness, and diarrhoea. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition :

MINOCYCLINE-100MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Concord Biotech Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's

Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's belongs to a group of medications called tetracycline antibiotics, used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections. Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's treats urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, respiratory infections, sexually transmitted infections (like gonorrhoea and syphilis), skin infections, and others. Besides this, Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's also treats acne-like lesions caused by rosacea. Bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. Antibiotics inhibit the growth of microorganisms to treat such kinds of infections.

Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's contains Minocycline (antibiotic) primarily used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections comprising gram-negative, gram-positive, anaerobic, and other bacteria. It is a derivative of the tetracycline class of antibiotics that inhibits the protein synthesis process required for the growth of the bacterial cell. As a result, bacterial cells are not able to reproduce and grow. It is a bacteriostatic antibiotic i.e. it stops the growth of bacteria but necessarily does not kill them.

Take Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical conditions. You may experience headache, photosensitivity (extreme sensitivity to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun and other light sources), dizziness, vomiting, itching, nausea, dizziness, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Before using Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's, tell your doctor if you ever had an allergy to Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's, have kidney problems, liver problems, or asthma. Use of Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's in pregnant and nursing mothers is not recommended. It may affect bone and tooth development in unborn babies. Use of Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's during tooth development (pregnancy, infancy, and childhood to the age of 8 years) may cause permanent staining of teeth (yellow-grey-brown). So, its use should be avoided by pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and children below 8 years of age. Do not consume alcohol as it may cause excessive drowsiness when taken along with Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's. Do not drink alcohol with Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's as it may increase the unpleasant side effects.

Uses of Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's

Treatment of bacterial infections.

Directions for Use

• Take Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's with or without food or as advised by a doctor.• Recommended to take Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's twice a day or as advised by your doctor.• Swallow the medicine as a whole with glass of water.• Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's is a type of tetracycline class of antibiotic which is effective against a wide range of bacteria including gram-negative, gram-positive bacteria, anaerobes, and some parasites (like Balantidium coli and Entamoeba species). It is prescribed for the treatment of various bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, sexually transmitted infections (like gonorrhea, syphilis), skin infections, and others. Besides this, it is also indicated in the tick-borne infections (typhus fever) caused by the Rickettsia group of bacteria like typhus fever. Off label, usage includes the treatment of acne.

How Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's Works

Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's contains Minocycline (antibiotic) primarily used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections comprising gram-negative, gram-positive, anaerobic, and other bacteria. It is a derivative of the tetracycline class of antibiotics that inhibits the protein synthesis process required for the growth of the bacterial cell. As a result, bacterial cells are not able to reproduce and grow.

Storage

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

What if I have taken an overdose of Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include nausea, dizziness or vomiting. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Iron and antacids (like magnesium hydroxide and aluminium hydroxide) may bind to Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's in the gastrointestinal tract, lowering its efficiency. So, a gap of at least 2 hours should be maintained between intake of Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's and iron supplements and antacids. Prolonged use of Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's during tooth development (pregnancy, infancy, and childhood to the age of 8 years) may cause permanent discolouration of the teeth (yellow-grey-brown). Do not consume alcohol as it may cause excessive drowsiness when taken along with Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's. Before using Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's, tell your doctor if you ever had an allergy to Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's, have kidney problems, liver problems, or asthma. Use efficient birth control to prevent pregnancy while you are using this Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's, whether you are a man or a woman. Do not drink alcohol with Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's as it may increase the unpleasant side effects. Besides this, in some cases, the use of Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's causes antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's may cause sensitive skin to sunlight and ultraviolet rays, causing exaggerated sunburn reactions. Hence, it is advisable to apply sunscreen before going outside.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include more fiber-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread and brown rice should be included in your diet. 
  • Eating grapefruit during antibiotics treatment can prevent the body from utilizing Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's properly. So, prevent intake of grapefruit or grapefruit juice with the antibiotic. 
  • Avoid taking too much calcium, iron-enriched foods, and drinks as it might affect the working of Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's. 
  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's in fighting off infections.
  • Probiotics should be taken after taking the full course of Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's in order to restore some of the healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut, kombucha, and kimchi can help to restore the good bacteria of the intestine. 

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- BACTERIALS
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's should not be taken until prescribed if you are taking alcohol. Keep your doctor informed if you drink alcohol.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's is a Pregnancy Category D. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on the use of Minocycline in pregnant women. In some cases, taking Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's during pregnancy may affect tooth and bone development in the unborn baby. So, if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy contact the doctor before using a Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's can pass into breast milk and may affect bone and tooth development in a nursing infant. The extent of absorption is unknown. Do not breastfeed while you are taking this medicine.

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Driving

Caution

Drive with caution, Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's usually causes blurry vision, dizziness and may affect driving ability.

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Liver

Caution

Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Unsafe

Children should not use this medicine. Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's can cause permanent yellowing or graying of the teeth in children younger than 8 years old.

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FAQs

Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's is used to treat bacterial infections. It inhibits the protein synthesis process required for the growth of the bacterial cell.

No, Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's should not be stopped even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic medication and completing the full course is very necessary. Otherwise, the infection might re-appear in a more severe form.

Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's can make birth control pills less effective. Please ask your doctor about using non-hormonal birth control (condom, diaphragm with spermicide) to prevent pregnancy.

You should avoid taking iron supplements, multivitamins, calcium supplements, antacids, or laxatives within 2 hours before or after taking Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's. Avoid taking any other antibiotics containing Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's unless your doctor has prescribed you.

Use of Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's during tooth development (pregnancy, infancy, and childhood to the age of 8 years) may cause permanent staining of teeth (yellow-grey-brown). So, it is not recommended for pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and children below 8 years of age.

Yes, Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections.

Do not discontinue Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectively, keep taking Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's for the prescribed duration.

Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's should be taken for as long as it has been prescribed by the doctor. The doctor will determine the duration of the treatment based on your condition.

Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's kills acne-causing bacteria, thereby helps treat acne.

There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on the use of Minocycline in pregnant women. In some cases, taking Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's during pregnancy may affect tooth and bone development in the unborn baby. So, if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy contact the doctor before using Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's.

Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's does not cause addiction or dependence; therefore, it does not make you high.

Yes, Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's may cause dizziness as a side effect. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's should be swallowed as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Side effects of Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's are headache, photosensitivity (extreme sensitivity to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun and other light sources), dizziness, vomiting, itching, nausea, dizziness, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Minocrit 100 mg Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

16Th Floor, B-Wing, Mondeal Heights, Iscon Cross Road, S.G. Highway, Ahmedabad 380015, Gujarat, India.
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