Minocycline

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Definition
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Long-acting tetracycline.

Indication
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Acne vulgaris, acne papulopustulosa, acne cystica, chlamydia conjunctivitis, borreliosis, brucellosis, barzonellosis, listeriosis, rickettsialpox.

Limited indication
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Minocycline should not be used in children under 8 years of age (permanent tooth discoloration, delayed bone growth).

Pregnancy/nursing period
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Do not use during pregnancy and lactation!

Dosage and method of use
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Day 1: 200 mg p.o., then 100 mg/12 hours p.o. for 7 days to 6 weeks, depending on the indication.

Undesirable effects
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Preparations
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Aknosan, Klinomycin, Skid, Minocycline-Ratiopharm

Note(s)
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Occurrence of a sweet syndrome after taking minocycline has been described in the literature.

Literature
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  1. Callen JP et al (2002) Neutrophilic dermatoses. Dermatol Clin 20: 409-419

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020