Minocin
Designed to alleviate acne symptoms, utilized to support skin health.
- Categories
- Antibiotics · Skin Care
- Active ingredient
- Minocycline
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Capsule, hard
- Strengths
- 50 · 100mg
Minocin details
- Condition
- Acne Vulgaris
- Therapeutic class
- Tetracycline Antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
- Tetracycline
- Known off-label uses
- rheumatoid arthritis
- Precautions and warnings
- may cause dizziness; avoid prolonged sun and UV exposure
- Minor side effects
- nausea; headache; dizziness
- Moderate side effects
- photosensitivity reaction; discolouration of skin or mucous membranes
- Dosage forms
- Capsule, hard
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Patient summary
- Designed to alleviate acne symptoms, utilized to support skin health.
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Pfizer
- Onset Time
- 1–3 hours
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- isotretinoin; antacids; dairy products
- Age restrictions
- Not recommended for children under 12 years.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to tetracyclines; pregnancy; breastfeeding; severe renal impairment
Serious side effects
anaphylaxis, requires immediate medical attention; drug-induced lupus, requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
Minocycline is a semi-synthetic tetracycline antibiotic that inhibits bacterial protein synthesis via binding to the 30S ribosomal subunit and possesses anti-inflammatory properties beneficial in treating acne.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Not recommended due to risk of tooth discolouration. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Minocin
Minocin is a well-known brand of minocycline manufactured by Pfizer, used to treat acne vulgaris. This antibiotic is supplied as a tablet in strengths of 50mg and 100mg. It functions by inhibiting bacterial growth, aiding in the management of moderate to severe cases of this common skin condition.
Minocin availability in Asia
Minocin is registered across 14 markets, providing reliable access for users in Hong Kong, Thailand and Malaysia. It is also available throughout the Philippines, Indonesia and Taiwan. While the Pfizer brand is widely recognised, generic minocycline, often manufactured in India, offers a more affordable alternative for those seeking cost-effective treatment. These medications are best used under a doctor’s care to ensure proper management of skin health in locations far from a local clinic.