Preventing or treating certain gum problems that may occur after certain dental procedures to treat inflammatory gum disease. It may also be used as part of a gum care maintenance program in some patients who have periodontitis. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Minocycline microspheres is a tetracycline antibiotic. It works by slowing the growth of certain bacteria and allowing the body's immune system to kill them.
Important safety information:
Long-term or repeated use of Minocycline microspheres may cause a second infection. Tell your doctor if signs of a second infection occur. Your medicine may need to be changed to treat this.
Minocycline microspheres may cause you to become sunburned more easily. Avoid the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to Minocycline microspheres. Use a sunscreen or wear protective clothing if you must be outside for more than a short time.
Minocycline microspheres only works against bacteria; it does not treat viral infections.
Proper dental care is important while you are taking Minocycline microspheres. Do not brush your teeth or touch the treated area for at least 12 hours after treatment, or as directed by your dentist. Do not use other dental cleaning devices for 10 days after treatment with Minocycline microspheres, or as directed by your dentist.
Avoid chewing hard, crunchy, or sticky food (eg, carrots, taffy, gum) for at least 1 week after treatment.
Minocycline microspheres may cause mild irritation or increased sensitivity of your gums during the first week after treatment. Tell your doctor right away if pain, swelling, or other problems occur.
If severe diarrhea or stomach pain or cramping develop during treatment or within several months after treatment with Minocycline microspheres, check with your doctor or pharmacist right away. Do not treat it with nonprescription (over-the-counter) medicines.
Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Minocycline microspheres before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
Be sure to use Minocycline microspheres for the full course of treatment. If you do not, the medicine may not clear up your infection completely. The bacteria could also become less sensitive to this or other medicines. This could make the infection harder to treat in the future.
Hormonal birth control (eg, birth control pills) may not work as well while you are using Minocycline microspheres. To prevent pregnancy, use an extra form of birth control (eg, condoms).
Use Minocycline microspheres with extreme caution in CHILDREN younger than 10 years old who have diarrhea or an infection of the stomach or bowel.
Minocycline microspheres should not be used in CHILDREN younger than 8 years old; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed. Using Minocycline microspheres in CHILDREN younger than 8 years old or in women during the last half of pregnancy may cause permanent changes in the tooth coloring and tooth enamel problems in the child.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Minocycline microspheres has been shown to cause harm to the fetus. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Minocycline microspheres while you are pregnant. Minocycline microspheres is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Minocycline microspheres.
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Minocycline microspheres side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Flu-like symptoms; headache; stomach upset.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); bleeding or discharge from the gums; fever; joint pain; muscle pain or weakness; painful sores in the mouth; red, swollen, or blistered skin; severe diarrhea; severe or persistent headache; stomach pain or cramps; unusual tiredness or weakness.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
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Can Minocycline microspheres be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Minocycline microspheres?
Use Minocycline microspheres as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Minocycline microspheres is usually given at your dentist's office or clinic.
If you miss a dose of Minocycline microspheres, contact your doctor right away. You may need to reschedule your appointment.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Minocycline microspheres.
Who should not take Minocycline microspheres?
Some medical conditions may interact with Minocycline microspheres. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have a history of oral fungal infections
if you have a weakened immune system, an autoimmune disorder, diabetes, or HIV, or if you are receiving chemotherapy or radiation treatment
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Minocycline microspheres. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Aluminum salts (eg, carbonate) or urinary alkalinizers (eg, sodium bicarbonate) because they may decrease Minocycline microspheres microspheres's effectiveness
Acitretin, anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), digoxin, ergot alkaloids and derivatives (eg, ergotamine), insulin, isotretinoin, methotrexate, methoxyflurane, or theophyllines because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Minocycline microspheres
Live oral typhoid vaccine, oral contraceptives (birth control pills), or penicillins because their effectiveness may be decreased by Minocycline microspheres
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Minocycline microspheres may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Can Minocycline microspheres be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Minocycline microspheres be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Minocycline microspheres, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Minocycline microspheres. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.
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