Minocin

--Storage instructions...

Store capsules, tablets, or liquid at room temperature. Keep capsules and tablets away from moist places and direct light. Do not freeze the liquid.

What side effects may occur?

Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Minocin.

• More common side effects may include:
  Abdominal cramping, blisters, blood disorders, bruising, colitis, cough, diarrhea, difficulty swallowing, discolored skin or tooth enamel, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, heart inflammation, hives, indigestion, inflamed mouth or tongue, itching, hives, joint stiffness or swelling, kidney disorders, liver disorders, loss of appetite, muscle pain, nausea, pancreatitis, peeling skin, rash, ringing in the ears, seizures, sensitivity to light, severe allergic reactions, shortness of breath, swelling of face and neck, swollen lymph nodes, swollen mouth and throat, vaginal inflammation, vertigo, vomiting, wheezing

Why should Minocin not be prescribed?

Do not take Minocin if you have ever had an allergic reaction to it or to any other tetracycline antibiotic.

Although Minocin may be given to kill meningococcal (spinal) bacteria in people who are carriers, it should not be given to treat actual meningococcal meningitis (inflammation in the spinal canal).

Minocin is not a first-choice drug for treating any staphylococcal ("staph") infection.

Special warnings about Minocin

If you have a kidney problem, a normal dose of Minocin may amount to an overdose for you and could cause liver damage. Use caution if you have a liver condition. Expect a lower-than-average dosage if you have a kidney problem. If you need to take Minocin for an extended period of time, your doctor may order frequent blood tests to make sure you are not getting too much of the drug.

Because Minocin may make you dizzy or light-headed or cause a whirling feeling, do not drive, climb, or perform hazardous tasks until you know how the medication affects you.