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INTRODUCTION
CNN MR 100MG contains Minocycline belongs to a tetracycline group of antibiotics. It can be used to treat the variety of infections, including bacterial infections that affect the eyes, ears, nose, throat and respiratory system (chest infections), gonorrhoea or pelvic, prostate and urinary tract infections. It has anti-inflammatory property which is also effective against bacteria causing acne. This medicine can also be given to prevent pre- and post-operative infections.
Always take CNN MR 100MG as directed by physician. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of therapy depending upon your age, weight and condition. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. It is not recommended for the use in children and adolescents under 18 years. Do not take this medicine, if you have a condition called systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). It is not recommended for use in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine. Tell your doctor, if you are taking or taken or might take any other medicines. The most common side effects include vomiting, dizziness or nausea.
USES OF CNN MR 100MG
- Treat bacterial infections
HOW CNN MR 100MG WORKS
CNN MR 100MG is an antibiotic that works by preventing bacteria from growing and spreading in the body.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Always take CNN MR 100MG exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the medicine whole with plenty of water. If you take more than prescribed, talk to your doctor. The signs of overdose can include vomiting, dizziness or nausea.
SIDE EFFECTS OF CNN MR 100MG
COMMON
- dizziness
RARE
- allergic reactions such as severe skin rashes, red itchy swollen skin, joint pain, swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue or throat resulting in difficulty breathing
- painful purple lumps on the skin (erythema nodosum)
- patches of darker skin colour
- yellowing of the skin or whites of eyes, dark urine, pale stools, loss of appetite and stomach pain
- pain and inflammation, stiffness or swelling of the joints with fever, muscle pain, inflammation of the liver (hepatitis), rash or inflammation of blood vessels
- shortness of breath during exercise, fatigue, chest pain
HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS
Skin itching:
Avoid bath in hot water because hot water can irritate the skin. Moisturizers can be used regular basis to soothe and hydrate the affected area.
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
PREGNANCY
CNN MR 100MG is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
BREASTFEEDING
CNN MR 100MG is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
DRIVING AND USING MACHINES
Do not drive or operate any machinery while taking this medicine, it may make you feel dizziness, headaches, a spinning sensation when standing still (vertigo), light-headedness, problems.
ALCOHOL
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with CNN MR 100MG.
KIDNEY
CNN MR 100MG should be taken with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Consult your doctor for advice.
LIVER
CNN MR 100MG should be taken with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Consult your doctor for advice.
ALLERGY
Do not take if you are allergic to this medicine.
HEART DISEASE
If you have any heart related problems, consult your doctor for advice before taking this medicine.
OTHERS
Do not take CNN MR 100MG if you:
- suffer from myasthenia gravis (a disease caused by muscle weakness)
- have a condition called systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
INTERACTIONS
Talk to your doctor if you are taking:
- hepatotoxic medicine
- anticoagulants to thin the blood e.g. warfarin
- antacids, used for indigestion
- sucralfate, bismuth salts
- other medicines containing zinc salts, iron, calcium, aluminium or magnesium
- kaolin, a medicine used to treat diarrhea
- quinapril an ACE inhibitor
- a penicillin antibiotic
- diuretics (‘water’ tablets)
- retinoids such as isotretinoid or retinol
- ergotamine, a medicine used to treat migraines
- ergometrine used to induce abortion or labour
SYNOPSIS
| Drug | : | Minocycline |
| Pharmacological Category | : | Tetracycline antibiotic |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Treat bacterial infections |
| Dosage Forms | : | Tablet, Capsule, Injection |
MORE INFORMATION
Store below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children.
FAQs ABOUT CNN MR 100MG
Can CNN MR 100MG be used in pregnant women?
No. It is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Is CNN MR 100MG a broad spectrum antibiotic?
It is a broad spectrum antibiotic used for the treatment of infections caused by tetracycline-sensitive organisms.
REFERENCES
1. N Garrido-Mesa, A Zarzuelo, and J Gálvez; Minocycline: far beyond an antibiotic; [Revised on May 2013] [Accessed on 06 Jan 2021] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3651660/
2. K.D.Tripathi, Essentials of medical pharmacology, Antimicrobial drugs, Chapter 52 - Tetracyclines and chloramphenicol, 7th edition 2013, Page – 734, 735, 737, 782.
3. Accord, Barnstaple, Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC); [Revised on Sep 2019] [Accessed on 06 Jan 2021] https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.5915.pdf
4. Gerard Laboratories; Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC); [Revised on Oct 2020] [Accessed on 06 Jan 2021] https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.8477.pdf
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