Apo-Minocycline 50mg Capsule

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Overview

Apo-Minocycline 50mg Capsule is a prescription-only medicine (POM) presented as a capsule, with Minocycline 50mg (as minocycline hydrochloride) as its active ingredient content.

This page is limited to product, safety and handling information, in line with Malaysian rules on prescription medicine information for the public. Your prescriber or pharmacist is the right source for anything beyond that, together with the leaflet inside the pack.

Through DoctorOnCall, this product is supplied after an online consultation with a licensed doctor and a valid prescription, and it is checked by a registered pharmacist before dispensing. Take it exactly as prescribed, and speak to your doctor before stopping, changing the dose, or starting any other medicine alongside it.

Directions for Use

Take Apo-Minocycline 50mg Capsule with a full glass of water, and remain upright (sitting or standing) for at least 30 minutes afterwards to reduce the risk of the capsule irritating the oesophagus. Avoid taking it with dairy products, antacids, or iron supplements, as these reduce absorption – space these apart by at least 2 hours.

Dosage

The usual dose of Apo-Minocycline 50mg Capsule for acne or infections is taken once or twice daily for a course determined by your doctor, often several weeks to months for acne. Your doctor will set the right dose and duration for your condition and review your progress periodically.

Storage Instructions

Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children.

Side Effects

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Dizziness or lightheadedness
  • Skin sensitivity to sunlight
  • Diarrhea or stomach upset
  • Headache
  • Discoloration of teeth (especially with long-term use)
  • Rash or mild skin irritation

Contraindications

  • Known hypersensitivity to minocycline or other tetracyclines
  • Pregnancy (can affect the developing baby’s bone and teeth development)
  • Children under 8 years old (risk of permanent tooth discolouration)
  • Severe kidney impairment

Drug / Food Interactions

  • Dairy products, calcium, antacids, and iron supplements bind to minocycline and significantly reduce its absorption
  • Oral contraceptives may become less effective when combined with minocycline – use additional contraception as advised
  • Warfarin’s blood-thinning effect may be enhanced, requiring closer INR monitoring
  • Isotretinoin (another acne medicine) should not be combined due to increased risk of raised brain pressure

Quick Tips

  • Use sunscreen and protective clothing, as this medicine increases sun sensitivity
  • Take doses at least 2 hours apart from dairy, antacids, or iron supplements
  • Stay upright for 30 minutes after each dose to avoid throat or oesophagus irritation
  • Continue the full acne treatment course even if improvement takes several weeks to appear

Ingredients / Active Ingredients

  • Minocycline 50mg (as minocycline hydrochloride)

Safety Advice

Pregnancy

Not Safe

This medicine is not considered safe during pregnancy and should be avoided.

Breastfeeding

Use With Care

Use with caution. Monitor infant for potential adverse reactions.

Kidney

Use With Care

Use cautiously. Dose adjustment or monitoring may be required.

Liver

Use With Care

Use cautiously. Liver function monitoring may be required.

Alcohol

Use With Care

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with this medicine.

Driving

Use With Care

Use caution while driving until you know how this medicine affects you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Product Specifications

BrandApotex
ClassificationPrescription medicine
Ingredients / Active IngredientsMinocycline
Pack Size100s
Shelf LifeUse this product before the expiry date stated on the packaging. Do not use the medicine if the expiry date has passed.

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