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compositionComposition:MINOCYCLINE-100MG
prescriptionPrescription Medicine
Minyum 100Mg Inj

Minyum 100Mg Inj is an antibiotic used in treating bacterial infections. This medicine stops the growth of bacteria and thereby helps reduce various bacterial infections of the ear, lungs, skin, nose, urinary tract, and throat. Common side effects of Minyum 100Mg Inj include stomach upset, tinnitus/ringing in the ear, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, headache, dizziness, light-headedness, pain, redness, and swelling at the injection site.

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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
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More about the Product

Composition :

MINOCYCLINE-100MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

Parenteral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Minyum 100Mg Inj

Minyum 100Mg Inj is primarily used to treat bacterial infections. Bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause illness. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly.

Minyum 100Mg Inj contains 'Minocycline, a tetracycline antibiotic.' It works by preventing the synthesis of bacterial proteins, which are essential for carrying out bacteria's vital functions. This process further inhibits bacterial growth.

Common side effects of Minyum 100Mg Inj include stomach upset, tinnitus/ringing in the ear, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, headache, dizziness, light-headedness, pain, redness, and swelling at the injection site. If these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

Let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver diseases and allergic reactions to medicines. It is advised to consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Minyum 100Mg Inj.

Uses of Minyum 100Mg Inj

Minyum 100Mg Inj is used to treat various bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Minyum 100Mg Inj are as follows:

  • Treatment of respiratory tract infections: Minyum 100Mg Inj is effective in treating upper respiratory tract infections, bronchitis, and chest infections caused by bacteria.
  • Treatment of skin infections: Minyum 100Mg Inj is commonly used to treat acne and other skin conditions caused by bacterial infection.
  • Treatment of urinary and genital tract infections: Minyum 100Mg Inj helps manage urinary tract infections and sexually transmitted diseases such as syphilis and gonorrhoea.
  • Treatment of zoonotic and vector-borne infections: Minyum 100Mg Inj is effective in treating brucellosis (transmitted from animals), psittacosis (from birds), and Q fever or tick fever (from tick bites).
  • Treatment of meningitis: Minyum 100Mg Inj may be used to treat certain types of bacterial meningitis.
  • Broad-spectrum antibacterial action: Minyum 100Mg Inj works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, thereby stopping the growth and spread of infection-causing bacteria in the body.

Key Benefits

  • Minyum 100Mg Inj contains Minocycline, which is effective against a wide range of bacterial infections.
  • It helps manage bacterial infections affecting the eyes, ears, nose, and throat.
  • Minyum 100Mg Inj is used for chest infections and upper respiratory tract infections, including pneumonia and bronchitis.
  • It is effective in treating acne and other bacterial skin infections.
  • Minyum 100Mg Inj treats infections of the urinary tract and prostate caused by susceptible bacteria.
  • Minyum 100Mg Inj treats infections like syphilis and gonorrhea.
  • It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, preventing bacteria from carrying out vital functions and multiplying, thereby controlling the infection.
  • By reducing bacterial load, Minyum 100Mg Inj helps in faster healing and alleviation of infection-related symptoms.
Side effects of Minyum 100Mg Inj
Here are the step-by-step strategies to manage the side effects of " Muscle Pain" caused by medication usage:
  • Report to Your Doctor: Inform your doctor about the muscle pain, as they may need to adjust your medication.
  • Stretch Regularly: Gentle stretching can help relieve muscle pain and stiffness.
  • Stay Hydrated: Adequate water intake supports muscle health by removing harmful substances and maintaining proper muscle function.
  • Warm or Cold Compresses: Apply cold or warm compresses to the affected area to reduce pain and inflammation.
  • Rest and Relaxation: Adequate rest helps alleviate muscle strain, while relaxation techniques like deep breathing and meditation can soothe muscle tightness, calm the mind, and promote relief from discomfort.
  • Gentle Exercise: Participate in low-impact activities, such as yoga or short walks, to improve flexibility, reduce muscle tension, and alleviate discomfort.
  • Consult a physician: If your symptoms don't improve or get worse, go to the doctor for help and guidance.
  • Avoid trigger foods that can cause allergic reactions, such as nuts, shellfish, or dairy products.
  • Keep a food diary to track potential food allergens.
  • Include omega-3 rich foods like salmon and walnuts to reduce inflammation.
  • Wear loose, comfortable clothing made from soft fabrics like cotton.
  • Apply cool compresses or take cool baths to reduce itching.
  • Use gentle soaps and avoid harsh skin products.
  • Reduce stress through relaxation techniques like meditation or deep breathing.
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor’s instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safe and effective use.
  • Minyum 100Mg Inj will be administered by the doctor.
  • Do not self-administer.

How Minyum 100Mg Inj Works

Minyum 100Mg Inj contains 'Minocycline, a tetracycline antibiotic.' It works by preventing the synthesis of bacterial proteins, the primary cursors for carrying out bacteria's vital functions. This process further inhibits bacterial growth.
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Alcohol

Caution

Alcohol consumption may worsen the side effects of Minyum 100Mg Inj, like dizziness. It is better to avoid alcohol while you are being treated with Minyum 100Mg Inj.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Minyum 100Mg Inj is not recommended during pregnancy since it affects tooth and bone development in the unborn baby. Please consult your doctor before taking Minyum 100Mg Inj if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Minyum 100Mg Inj is excreted into breast milk and may affect the infant. Please consult your doctor before taking Minyum 100Mg Inj if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Minyum 100Mg Inj may cause side effects like dizziness that could affect your driving ability. Do not drive or operate machinery in such cases. Drive only when you are mentally alert.

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Liver

Caution

Please take Minyum 100Mg Inj only with the doctor's advice if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases or impairment before taking Minyum 100Mg Inj.

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Children

Caution

Minyum 100Mg Inj is not recommended in children younger than eight years. Please consult a doctor for more information.

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Heart

Caution

Minyum 100Mg Inj may be used in heart patients with caution, as it can affect heart rhythm. Always consult your doctor to ensure it's safe for your specific cardiac condition.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Minyum 100Mg Inj can be used in geriatric patients, but older adults may be more sensitive to side effects like dizziness or kidney strain. Doctors often adjust the dose and monitor closely to ensure safe and effective treatment.

What if I have taken an overdose of Minyum 100Mg Inj

Minyum 100Mg Inj is administered by a health care professional in a hospital setting. Hence, the chances of overdose are less. Symptoms of overdose may include dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. Your doctor may take necessary measures if an overdose is suspected.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your hands often to maintain cleanliness.
  • Avoid sharing personal items like shaving razors.
  • Include whole-grain foods like multigrain bread and brown rice in your diet.
  • Taking probiotics after an antibiotic treatment reduces the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Try taking yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut, and kimchi, which help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet that is easily digested by gut bacteria. Fibre foods may also help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics.
  • Avoid the intake of alcoholic beverages, as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep.
  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.

Have a query?

How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Minyum 100Mg Inj to start to work: The onset time of Minyum 100Mg Inj has not been clinically established.

The time for which the effects of Minyum 100Mg Inj last: The duration of Minyum 100Mg Inj’s effect is clinically not established.

What if you forget to take Minyum 100Mg Inj

As this medicine is administered in a hospital by your healthcare professional, the chances of missing a dose are less. However, if you have any concerns, contact your doctor.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep out of sight and reach of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.
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Drug Warnings

  • Let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney diseases or allergic reactions to tetracycline antibiotics.
  • Minyum 100Mg Inj may induce photosensitivity and make your skin more sensitive to the sun; hence apply sunscreen when you step out while being treated with Minyum 100Mg Inj.
  • Use of Minyum 100Mg Inj during tooth development (the last half of pregnancy, infancy, and childhood under the age of 8 years) may cause permanent discolouration of the teeth. Please seek medical advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Minyum 100Mg Inj.
  • This medicine may cause dizziness; hence drive or operate machinery only when you are alert.
  • Minyum 100Mg Inj may cause light-headedness; hence avoid or limit alcohol consumption.
  • Minyum 100Mg Inj is not recommended for children below eight years of age.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interaction: Minyum 100Mg Inj may interact with anticoagulants, drugs treating skin diseases (acitretin, isotretinoin), antibiotics (penicillin), anaesthetic agents (methoxyflurane), oral contraceptives, antacids, and iron supplements. 

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid dairy products and alcohol while using Minyum 100Mg Inj.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Before taking Minyum 100Mg Inj, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney diseases and allergic reactions to tetracycline antibiotics or other medicines.

MinocyclineEtretinate
Critical
MinocyclineAcitretin
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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MinocyclineEtretinate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Minyum 100Mg Inj:
Co-administration of Etretinate with Minyum 100Mg Inj may raise the chance of developing pseudotumor cerebri, an uncommon but serious illness brought on by elevated brain pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Minyum 100Mg Inj with Etretinate is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction. However, if you experience headache, nausea, vomiting, or visual disturbances, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MinocyclineAcitretin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Minyum 100Mg Inj:
Co-administration of Acitretin with Minyum 100Mg Inj may increase the risk of a serious condition called pseudomotor cerebral (false brain tumour).

How to manage the interaction:
There's a possible interaction between Acitretin and Minyum 100Mg Inj should be used together only if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you develop symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, headache, or visual disturbances during treatment with either medication, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
MinocyclineTretinoin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Minyum 100Mg Inj:
Co-administration of Tretinoin with Minyum 100Mg Inj can increase the risk of side effects like pseudotumor cerebri (increased pressure in the brain)

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tretinoin with Minyum 100Mg Inj is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden headaches, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MinocyclineLomitapide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Minyum 100Mg Inj:
Co-administration of lomitapide with Minyum 100Mg Inj can increase the risk or severity of liver disorder.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking lomitapide and Minyum 100Mg Inj together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms such as fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-coloured urine, light-coloured stools, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MinocyclineAminolevulinic acid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Minyum 100Mg Inj:
Co-administration of aminolevulinic acid with Minyum 100Mg Inj can increase the risk of severe sunburn.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking aminolevulinic acid and Minyum 100Mg Inj together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Avoid exposure of the eyes and skin to sunlight or bright indoor lights for 48 hours, after taking the medication. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MinocyclineCholera, live attenuated
Severe
How does the drug interact with Minyum 100Mg Inj:
Co-administration of cholera live attenuated with Minyum 100Mg Inj may reduce the activity of cholera live attenuated.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking cholera live attenuated and Minyum 100Mg Inj together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. It is advised to take cholera vaccine at least 14 days after stopping Minyum 100Mg Inj treatment. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MinocyclineRetinol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Minyum 100Mg Inj:
Taking retinol (vitamin A) with Minyum 100Mg Inj may increase the risk of pseudotumor cerebri (increased pressure in the brain).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking retinol (vitamin A) and Minyum 100Mg Inj together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience headaches, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
MinocyclineBCG vaccine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Minyum 100Mg Inj:
Co-administration of the BCG vaccine with Minyum 100Mg Inj may reduce the activity of the BCG vaccine.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking BCG vaccine and Minyum 100Mg Inj together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MinocyclineLeflunomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Minyum 100Mg Inj:
Co-administration of leflunomide with Minyum 100Mg Inj can increase the risk or severity of liver disorder.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking leflunomide and Minyum 100Mg Inj together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms such as fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-coloured urine, light-coloured stools, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MinocyclineTeriflunomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Minyum 100Mg Inj:
Co-administration of teriflunomide with Minyum 100Mg Inj can increase the risk or severity of liver damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking teriflunomide and Minyum 100Mg Inj together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms such as fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-coloured urine, light-coloured stools, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Food Interactions

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FAQs

Minyum 100Mg Inj belongs to the class of 'antibiotics', primarily used to treat bacterial infections. Bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause illness. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly.

Minyum 100Mg Inj contains 'Minocycline, a tetracycline antibiotic.' It works by preventing the synthesis of bacterial proteins, which are essential for carrying out bacteria's vital functions. This process further inhibits bacterial growth.

Minyum 100Mg Inj can affect the live vaccines, like the typhoid vaccine, and decrease their effectiveness. Please consult a doctor before you start Minyum 100Mg Inj if you are undergoing any vaccinations.

Minyum 100Mg Inj can make your skin more sensitive to the harmful effects of sunlight. Hence, applying sunscreen and wearing protective clothing while using Minyum 100Mg Inj is advised. It is also recommended to avoid tanning booths and sunlamps.

Iron supplements and antacids (containing calcium, magnesium and aluminium) may lower the absorption and efficiency of Minyum 100Mg Inj. Hence, maintain at least 2 2-hour gap between Minyum 100Mg Inj and other medications.

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Written By

  • Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

    M Pharmacy

Veda MaddalaDoctor badge

Reviewed By

  • Veda Maddala

    M Pharmacy

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Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited, B/2, Mahalaxmi Chambers, 22, Bhulabhai Desai Road, Mumbai – 400 026.
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