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Minocycline Hydrochloride 100 mg Capsule, 28-count

by REMEDYREPACK INC. · 28 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC (70518-4565-0)
NDC 70518-4565-00
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 70518-4565-0 billing pads the package segment with a zero
Rx only Generic On market Non-controlled
🗂️ Data synced Jul 24, 2026 · sources: openFDA · FDA label (DailyMed) · FDA Orange & Purple Book · First Databank · CMS NADAC, ASP, Medicare & Medicaid · RxNorm
📋 All sources & update times →
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Other active recalls for Minocycline Hydrochloride (different manufacturers) — 1 · tap to view
These affect other manufacturers’ products for the same ingredient — not necessarily the exact NDC on this page.
Class II · Jun 1, 2026 — Failed Dissolution Specifications: An out-of-specification (OOS) result was observed during the 9th month of dissolution test analysis (Ascend Laboratories, LLC) · FDA recall D-0597-2026
Each entry is an official FDA enforcement report — look up any recall number in the FDA recall database ↗

🆔 Identity & classification

FDA NDC (as labeled) 70518-4565-0
Product NDC 70518-4565
11-digit billing NDC 70518456500
RxCUI 197984
UNII 0020414E5U
Application # ANDA063065
SPL Set ID 6597bdc9-9e3a-4c11-8b39-27b47f863287
Established class (EPC) Tetracycline-class Drug
Physiologic effect Decreased Prothrombin Activity
Chemical class Tetracyclines
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category ANDA
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2026-02-03
Route ORAL
Dosage form CAPSULE
Substance MINOCYCLINE HYDROCHLORIDE
TE code (Orange Book) AB · RLD · RS
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 70518-4565-0 — a 5-4-1 layout, and that's what's printed on the package and shown on DailyMed. For insurance claims, every NDC is standardized to a uniform 11-digit 5-4-2 format by adding a zero to the package segment → 70518-4565-00. Same drug, same package — only the format differs.
Where does this data come from?
Identifiers from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Structured Product Labeling; RxCUI from RxNorm (NLM); GPI from Medi-Span; GCN / HIC / AHFS / legend from First Databank.

🏷️ RxNorm drug class

This medicine belongs to the Tetracycline-class Drug class.

Pharmacologic class Tetracycline-class Drug
Drug family (ATC) Antiinfectives and antiseptics for local oral treatment, Antiinfectives for treatment of acne, Tetracyclines
Where does this data come from?
Therapeutic classes from RxNorm RxClass (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Established Pharmacologic Class (FDA), ATC drug family (WHO) and mechanism of action, matched by this product’s RxCUI.

🏭 Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerREMEDYREPACK INC.
Application holderWATSON LABORATORIES INC
FDA applicationANDA063065 (ANDA)
Labeler code70518
First marketedFeb 2026
Product typeHuman Prescription Drug
Portfolio1,511 products on file
The labeler markets the product; the application holder owns the FDA approval. They’re often the same company but can differ (e.g. a repackager or an authorized generic). A mailing address / phone appears here when the manufacturer includes it in the product’s FDA label (not all do).
Where does this data come from?
Labeler, application holder and registered establishment from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Drugs@FDA; address/contact from the product’s FDA label.

🩺 Clinical

📖 What it is MedlinePlus · NLM

Minocycline is used to treat infections caused by bacteria and certain other infections spread by ticks, lice, mites, and infected animals. It is also used to treat acne and rosacea (a skin disease that causes redness, flushing, and pimples on the face). Minocycline is in a class of medications called tetracycline antibiotics. It works to treat infections by preventing the growth and spread of bacteria. It works to treat acne and rosacea by killing the bacteria that infects pores and by lowering the amount of oil on your skin that can cause acne. Antibiotics such as minocycline will not work f...

Read the full MedlinePlus article ↗
📗 Our plain-language guide HelloPharmacist
  • Good news — standard minocycline oral capsules and tablets can be taken with or without food, so you have flexibility there. The most important thing is to take it with a full glas...
  • Can I take my minocycline capsule or tablet with food, or does it have to be on an empty stomach?
  • The extended-release tablets for acne are typically taken once daily for 12 weeks. As with most acne treatments, you likely won't see dramatic results overnight — it takes time for...
  • I've been prescribed the extended-release minocycline tablets for acne. How long does it take to work, and how long do I take it?
📖 Read our full Minocycline guide →
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Nutrient depletion considerations

Minocycline Hydrochloride may be associated with lower levels of 11 nutrients — worth a chat with your pharmacist, not a cause for alarm.

An association is not a deficiency. Educational only — don't start or stop anything without professional guidance.
Where does this data come from?
Plain-language summary from MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine); supplement & herbal interactions and nutrient depletion data from the Natural Medicines database; our full guide is HelloPharmacist editorial content.

💊 What it looks like

Color gray / yellow
ShapeCapsule
ImprintMINOCYCLINE;100;DAN;5695
Size18 mm
ScoringNot scored
One label can cover several strengths, so colors may be combined — always confirm a loose pill against the dispensed prescription label or a pharmacist.
Where does this data come from?
Physical description (imprint, shape, color, scoring, coating) from this product’s FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL), mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA.

🧪 Inactive Ingredients / Excipients

Inactive ingredients, also called excipients, are components of the drug product other than the active ingredient. They may include fillers, dyes, coatings, preservatives, flavors, or other formulation ingredients.

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    Gelatin is a protein derived from animal collagen, commonly used in medicines as a gelling agent and capsule material. It helps create soft or hard capsule shells that hold and release medication, and can also thicken liquid formulations.
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    Magnesium stearate is a salt made from magnesium and stearic acid, a fatty substance. It's used in tablets and capsules as a lubricant and glidant to help ingredients flow smoothly during manufacturing and prevent sticking.
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    Propylene glycol is a clear liquid derived from petroleum or vegetable sources. It acts as a solvent, humectant, and preservative in medicines, helping dissolve active ingredients and maintain product stability.
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    Shellac is a natural resin secreted by the lac beetle. It's used as a coating on tablets and capsules to control how quickly the medicine dissolves and to improve appearance and stability.
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    A plant-based carbohydrate derived from corn kernels. It acts as a filler to add bulk, a binder to hold ingredients together, and a disintegrant to help the tablet break apart in your stomach for absorption.
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14 inactive ingredients listed in the exact product block matched to this NDC.

Where does this data come from?
Data sourced from official FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL) via DailyMedingredient classCode="IACT" elements from the exact product block matched by this NDC. Label-section narrative from DailyMed / the openFDA label index is shown separately when available.

Inactive ingredient FAQ

Are inactive ingredients the same for every manufacturer?
No. Inactive ingredients can differ by manufacturer, dosage form, strength, and package / product version.
Why might an inactive ingredient be missing?
Some SPLs do not provide a complete structured inactive-ingredient list, and older or unusual labels may only include the information in narrative text.
Can inactive ingredients matter?
Yes. They can matter for allergies, intolerances, dyes, gluten / lactose concerns, preservatives, and formulation differences — but confirm with a pharmacist or the manufacturer when it’s clinically important.

💲 Pricing

A drug doesn't have one price. Each row is a different public payment system, and none is what you'd pay at the counter — that depends on your insurance. The ⓘ on each row explains what it measures.

Price systemPer eachPer package
Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs.
Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data.
Medicare drug plans payPart D · Q2 2026 $0.3275 $9.17 / 28 capsules
Where does this data come from?
NADAC (National Average Drug Acquisition Cost) is the CMS weekly pharmacy-acquisition-cost survey — what pharmacies pay. ASP (Average Sales Price) is the CMS Medicare Part B drug-payment file, published quarterly. Medicaid pays is computed by us from CMS State Drug Utilization Data (total reimbursed ÷ units, trailing 12 months) — gross of rebates and inclusive of dispensing fees, so it reflects what Medicaid paid, not an acquisition cost. Medicare drug plans pay is the median negotiated point-of-sale unit cost across plans listing this NDC in the CMS quarterly Prescription Drug Plan pricing files, before rebates. The VA pays is the federal contract price (FSS, and the statutory Big 4 ceiling where listed) from the VA National Acquisition Center pharmaceutical price file. All are free public government data; each measures a different payer, so the figures are not directly comparable.

🔁 Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
Minocycline Hydrochloride 100 mg 00591-5695-50 Actavis 50 capsules $0.353 AB Availability likely
Minocycline Hydrochloride 100 mg 00904-6888-06 Major 50 capsules $0.353 AB Availability likely
Minocycline Hydrochloride 100 mg 13668-0484-05 Torrent 500 capsules $0.353 AB Availability likely
Minocycline Hydrochloride 100 mg 60687-0336-65 American 50 capsules $0.353 AB Availability likely
Minocycline Hydrochloride 100 mg 65862-0211-05 Aurobindo 500 capsules $0.353 AB Availability likely
Minocycline hydrochloride 100 mg 68382-0318-18 Zydus 50 capsules $0.353 AB Availability likely
Minocycline Hydrochloride 100 mg 43063-0736-14 PD-Rx 14 capsules AB FDA listed
Minocycline Hydrochloride 100 mg 50090-2579-00 A-S 60 capsules AB FDA listed
Minocycline Hydrochloride 100 mg 51655-0004-20 Northwind 20 capsules AB FDA listed
Minocycline Hydrochloride 100 mg 55289-0201-14 PD-Rx 14 capsules AB FDA listed
Minocycline Hydrochloride 100 mg 57664-0853-13 Sun 500 capsules Discontinued
Minocycline hydrochloride 100 mg 63187-0036-20 Proficient 20 capsules AB FDA listed
Minocycline Hydrochloride 100 mg 63187-0850-20 Proficient 20 capsules AB FDA listed
Minocycline Hydrochloride 100 mg 68071-2225-08 NuCare 28 capsules AB FDA listed
Minocycline Hydrochloride 100 mg 68071-2866-06 NuCare 60 capsules AB FDA listed
Minocycline Hydrochloride 100 mg 68788-7052-01 Preferred 14 capsules AB FDA listed
Minocycline Hydrochloride 100 mg 70518-1336-01 REMEDYREPACK 30 capsules AB FDA listed
Minocycline Hydrochloride 100 mgthis 70518-4565-00 REMEDYREPACK 28 capsules AB FDA listed
Minocycline hydrochloride 100 mg 70771-1428-07 Zydus 50 capsules AB FDA listed
Minocycline Hydrochloride 100 mg 71205-0272-20 Proficient 20 capsules AB FDA listed
Minocycline Hydrochloride 100 mg 71205-0511-30 Proficient 30 capsules FDA listed
Minocycline Hydrochloride 100 mg 71335-0046-00 Bryant 50 capsules AB FDA listed
Minocycline Hydrochloride 100 mg 71335-1045-00 Bryant 50 capsules AB FDA listed
Minocycline Hydrochloride 100 mg 71335-1123-00 Bryant 50 capsules AB FDA listed
Minocycline Hydrochloride 100 mg 72162-2574-02 Bryant 50 capsules AB FDA listed
Minocycline hydrochloride 100 mg 80425-0314-01 Advanced 30 capsules AB FDA listed
Minocycline Hydrochloride 100 mg 80425-0390-01 Advanced 30 capsules AB FDA listed
Minocycline hydrochloride 100 mg 82868-0017-60 Northwind 60 capsules AB FDA listed
About this product: this is a generic version of the medicine. FDA equivalence ratings are shown when available, and other versions are listed above, least expensive first.
Where does this data come from?
Equivalents are other NDCs of the same ingredient, form and route from the openFDA NDC Directory, ranked least-expensive-first by NADAC. Therapeutic-equivalence (AB) ratings come from the FDA Orange Book; biologics use the FDA Purple Book for biosimilar & interchangeable status.

Availability & generic status

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2026
On the market since
Feb 2026
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2026
Currently FDA-listed
listed with the FDA
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Generic on the market
this product is a generic
This is a generic drug

This product is an FDA-approved generic. Other versions of the same drug are listed under Therapeutic equivalents, least expensive first.

Where does this data come from?
Patents and exclusivity from the FDA Orange Book (small-molecule drugs), refreshed from public FDA data. Generic launch timing is an estimate, not a guarantee.

🔬 Reported adverse events (FAERS)

Read carefully: FAERS reports are voluntary and unverified. Counts are not incidence, do not establish causation, are subject to reporting bias, and cannot be used to compare one drug to another. Shown for signal context only. Reports for Minocycline Hydrochloride — the ingredient across all brands.

Top reported reactions

Drug Intolerance969
Pain957
Rheumatoid Arthritis930
Nausea845
Rash821
Arthralgia811
Drug Hypersensitivity800

Age at onset

Neonate34
Infant2
Child8
Adolescent33
Adult772
Elderly332

Reporter sex

5,809 reports
Male · 30%
Female · 69%
Unknown · 2%

Serious outcomes

Life-threatening1,430
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2019 2021 2023 2026 741 0
Most recent year is provisional (FAERS lags ~3 months).
Where does this data come from?
Adverse-event reports from the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) via openFDA. FAERS reports are voluntary and unverified — counts are not incidence and don’t establish causation.

📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startStatus
70518-4565-00 You're viewing this 28 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC (70518-4565-0) 2026-02-03 Active

🧭 About this NDC listing & data coverage

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Marketing category & status ✓ Available
Active ingredient / dosage form / route ✓ Available
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NADAC pharmacy acquisition price (CMS) — Not published for this NDC CMS publishes NADAC only for NDCs reported in its retail-pharmacy survey.
Orange Book / therapeutic-equivalence data ✓ Available
HCPCS J-code billing crosswalk — Not published for this NDC Most self-administered / retail products have no J-code — that is normal.
Medicaid utilization (CMS SDUD) — Not published for this NDC CMS reports utilization only for NDCs with Medicaid claims above its privacy threshold.
“Not published” reflects what the public FDA / CMS / NLM sources provide for this exact package code — it is a property of the data feeds, not a judgment about the product.

Questions about this listing

Why is there no price listed?
The pricing shown on our NDC pages comes from CMS NADAC, a voluntary survey of retail community pharmacy invoices. CMS does not publish a NADAC for every NDC — packages outside the retail survey (institutional and hospital products, bulk packages, discontinued items, and many OTC items) may never receive one. A missing price reflects the survey's scope, not this product's actual cost, and does not mean the product is free or unavailable.
Is the NDC printed on the package the same as the 11-digit billing NDC?
Yes, they identify this exact package in different formats. The FDA registers it as 70518-4565-0, which is what is printed on the packaging and shown on DailyMed. Insurance claims use a fixed 11-digit 5-4-2 format, so the short segment is padded with a leading zero: 70518-4565-00, written without dashes as 70518456500. The Identity section at the top of this page lists every form of this code.
What do the three segments of this NDC mean?
In 70518-4565-00, the first segment (70518) is the labeler code FDA assigned to REMEDYREPACK INC.; the middle segment (4565) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (00) identifies this exact package size and type. Together they name one specific package of one specific product.
Is this package still being marketed?
Yes, per the latest FDA NDC Directory data on this page: this package is listed as actively marketed, with no marketing end date reported by REMEDYREPACK INC.. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
REMEDYREPACK INC. is the labeler of record for this NDC — the company under whose FDA-assigned code the package is listed. The labeler may be the manufacturer itself or a distributor marketing the product under its own code.
Do I need a prescription for this product?
This NDC is listed with FDA as a prescription product, so it is dispensed under a prescriber's order. Your pharmacist can tell you whether any over-the-counter forms of the same medication exist.
This page identifies an FDA-listed package (the NDC) and reports public regulatory and pricing data about the listing. It is reference information, not a medical recommendation — talk to your pharmacist or prescriber about your own medication.
Where does this data come from?
Listing facts (marketing category, packager status, marketing dates) from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory; label availability from DailyMed; pricing coverage from CMS NADAC; equivalence scope from the FDA Orange Book.

📄 Full prescribing information FDA SPL

The complete FDA label for this product — the official prescribing information, verbatim, section by section. Jump with a chip, search within the label, or expand everything.
🎯 Indications and Usage ~2 min read

INDICATIONS AND USAGE Minocycline hydrochloride capsules are indicated in the treatment of the following infections due to susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms: Rocky Mountain spotted fever, typhus fever and the typhus group, Q fever, rickettsialpox and tick fevers caused by rickettsiae. Respiratory tract infections caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae. Lymphogranuloma venereum caused by Chlamydia trachomatis.

Psittacosis (Ornithosis) due to Chlamydophila psittaci. Trachoma caused by Chlamydia trachomatis, although the infectious agent is not always eliminated, as judged by immunofluorescence . Inclusion conjunctivitis caused by Chlamydia trachomatis.

Nongonococcal urethritis, endocervical, or rectal infections in adults caused by Ureaplasma urealyticum or Chlamydia trachomatis. Relapsing fever due to Borrelia recurrentis. Chancroid caused by Haemophilus ducreyi.

Plague due to Yersinia pestis. Tularemia due to Francisella tularensis. Cholera caused by Vibrio cholerae.

Campylobacter fetus infections caused by Campylobacter fetus. Brucellosis due to Brucella species (in conjunction with streptomycin). Bartonellosis due to Bartonella bacilliformis.

Granuloma inguinale caused by Klebsiella granulomatis. Minocycline is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by the following gram-negative microorganisms when bacteriologic testing indicates appropriate susceptibility to the drug: Escherichia coli. Klebsiella aerogenes Shigella species.

Acinetobacter species. Respiratory tract infections caused by Haemophilus influenzae. Respiratory tract and urinary tract infections caused by Klebsiella species.

Minocycline hydrochloride capsules are indicated for the treatment of infections caused by the following gram-positive microorganisms when bacteriologic testing indicates appropriate susceptibility to the drug: Upper respiratory tract infections caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae. Skin and skin structure infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus. (NOTE: Minocycline is not the drug of choice in the treatment of any type of staphylococcal infection).

When penicillin is contraindicated, minocycline is an alternative drug in the treatment of the following infections: Uncomplicated urethritis in men due to Neisseria gonorrhoeae and for the treatment of other gonococcal infections. Infections in women caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Syphilis caused by Treponema pallidum subspecies pallidum.

Yaws caused by Treponema pallidum subspecies pertenue. Listeriosis due to Listeria monocytogenes. Anthrax due to Bacillus anthracis.

Vincent’s infection caused by Fusobacterium fusiforme. Actinomycosis caused by Actinomyces israelii. Infections caused by Clostridium species .

In acute intestinal amebiasis, minocycline may be a useful adjunct to amebicides. In severe acne , minocycline may be useful adjunctive therapy. Oral minocycline is indicated in the treatment of asymptomatic carriers of Neisseria meningitidis to eliminate meningococci from the nasopharynx.

In order to preserve the usefulness of minocycline in the treatment of asymptomatic meningococcal carriers, diagnostic laboratory procedures, including serotyping and susceptibility testing, should be performed to establish the carrier state and the correct treatment. It is recommended that the prophylactic use of minocycline be reserved for situations in which the risk of meningococcal meningitis is high. Oral minocycline is not indicated for the treatment of meningococcal infection.

Although no controlled clinical efficacy studies have been conducted, limited clinical data show that oral minocycline hydrochloride has been used successfully in the treatment of infections caused by Mycobacterium marinum. To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of minocycline hydrochloride capsules and other antibacterial drugs, minocycline hydrochloride capsules should be used only to treat or prevent infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be…

⏱️ Dosage and Administration ~2 min read

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION THE USUAL DOSAGE AND FREQUENCY OF ADMINISTRATION OF MINOCYCLINE DIFFER FROM THAT OF THE OTHER TETRACYCLINES. EXCEEDING THE RECOMMENDED DOSAGE MAY RESULT IN AN INCREASED INCIDENCE OF SIDE EFFECTS. Minocycline hydrochloride capsules may be taken with or without food (see CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY ).

Ingestion of adequate amounts of fluids along with capsule and tablet forms of drugs in the tetracycline-class is recommended to reduce the risk of esophageal irritation and ulceration. The capsules should be swallowed whole. For Pediatric Patients above 8 Years of Age Usual pediatric dose: 4 mg/kg initially followed by 2 mg/kg every 12 hours, not to exceed the usual adult dose.

Adults The usual dosage of minocycline hydrochloride capsules is 200 mg initially followed by 100 mg every 12 hours. Alternatively, if more frequent doses are preferred, two or four 50 mg capsules may be given initially followed by one 50 mg capsule 4 times daily. Uncomplicated gonococcal infections other than urethritis and anorectal infections in men: 200 mg initially, followed by 100 mg every 12 hours for a minimum of 4 days, with post-therapy cultures within 2 to 3 days.

In the treatment of uncomplicated gonococcal urethritis in men, 100 mg every 12 hours for 5 days is recommended. For the treatment of syphilis, the usual dosage of minocycline hydrochloride should be administered over a period of 10 to 15 days. Close follow-up, including laboratory tests, is recommended.

In the treatment of meningococcal carrier state, the recommended dosage is 100 mg every 12 hours for 5 days. Mycobacterium marinum infections: Although optimal doses have not been established, 100 mg every 12 hours for 6 to 8 weeks have been used successfully in a limited number of cases. Uncomplicated urethral, endocervical, or rectal infection in adults caused by Chlamydia trachomatis or Ureaplasma urealyticum: 100 mg orally, every 12 hours for at least 7 days.

Ingestion of adequate amounts of fluids along with capsule and tablet forms of drugs in the tetracycline class is recommended to reduce the risk of esophageal irritation and ulceration. The pharmacokinetics of minocycline in patients with renal impairment (CL CR <80 mL/min) have not been fully characterized. Current data are insufficient to determine if a dosage adjustment is warranted.

The total daily dosage should not exceed 200 mg in 24 hours. However, due to the antianabolic effect of tetracyclines, BUN and creatinine should be monitored (see WARNINGS-Antianabolic Action ).

Contraindications 26 words

CONTRAINDICATIONS This drug is contraindicated in persons who have shown hypersensitivity to any of the tetracyclines or to any of the components of the product formulation.

⚠️ Warnings ~3 min read

WARNINGS Tooth Development Minocycline, like other tetracycline-class antibiotics, can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. If any tetracycline is used during pregnancy or if the patient becomes pregnant while taking these drugs, the patient should be apprised of the potential hazard to the fetus. The use of drugs of the tetracycline class during tooth development (last half of pregnancy, infancy, and childhood to the age of 8 years) may cause permanent discoloration of the teeth (yellow-gray-brown).

This adverse reaction is more common during long-term use of the drug but has been observed following repeated short-term courses. Enamel hypoplasia has also been reported. Tetracycline drugs, therefore, should not be used during tooth development unless other drugs are not likely to be effective or are contraindicated.

Skeletal Development All tetracyclines form a stable calcium complex in any bone-forming tissue. A decrease in the fibula growth rate has been observed in premature human infants given oral tetracycline in doses of 25 mg/kg every six hours. This reaction was shown to be reversible when the drug was discontinued.

Use in Pregnancy Results of animal studies indicate that tetracyclines cross the placenta, are found in fetal tissues, and can have toxic effects on the developing fetus (often related to retardation of skeletal development). Evidence of embryotoxicity has been noted in animals treated early in pregnancy. The safety of minocycline for use during pregnancy has not been established.

Dermatologic Reaction Drug Rash with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS) including fatal cases has been reported with minocycline use. Fixed drug eruptions have occurred with minocycline and other tetracyclines. Worsening severity upon subsequent administrations, including generalized bullous fixed drug eruption, has been observed with other tetracyclines (see ADVERSE REACTIONS ).

If severe skin reactions occur, discontinue minocycline immediately and institute appropriate therapy. Antianabolic Action The antianabolic action of the tetracyclines may cause an increase in blood urea nitrogen (BUN). While this is not a problem in those with normal renal function, in patients with significantly impaired function, higher serum levels of tetracycline may lead to azotemia, hyperphosphatemia, and acidosis.

Under such conditions, monitoring of creatinine and BUN is recommended, and the total daily dosage should not exceed 200 mg in 24 hours (see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION ). If renal impairment exists, even usual oral or parenteral doses may lead to systemic accumulation of the drug and possible liver toxicity. Photosensitivity Photosensitivity manifested by an exaggerated sunburn reaction has been observed in some individuals taking tetracyclines.

This has been reported with minocycline. Central Nervous System Central nervous system side effects including lightheadedness, dizziness, or vertigo have been reported with minocycline therapy. Patients who experience these symptoms should be cautioned about driving vehicles or using hazardous machinery while on minocycline therapy.

These symptoms may disappear during therapy and usually disappear rapidly when the drug is discontinued. Clostridium difficile- Associated Diarrhea Clostridium difficile -associated diarrhea (CDAD) has been reported with use of nearly all antibacterial agents, including minocycline, and may range in severity from mild diarrhea to fatal colitis. Treatment with antibacterial agents alters the normal flora of the colon leading to overgrowth of C. difficile.

C. difficile produces toxins A and B which contribute to the development of CDAD. Hypertoxin-producing strains of C. difficile cause increased morbidity and mortality, as these infections can be refractory to antimicrobial therapy and may require colectomy. CDAD must be considered in all patients who present with diarrhea following antibiotic use.

Careful medical history is necessary since CD…

🤒 Adverse Reactions ~2 min read

ADVERSE REACTIONS Due to oral minocycline’s virtually complete absorption, side effects to the lower bowel, particularly diarrhea, have been infrequent. The following adverse reactions have been observed in patients receiving tetracyclines: Body as a whole: Fever and discoloration of secretions. Gastrointestinal: Anorexia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dyspepsia, stomatitis, glossitis, dysphagia, enamel hypoplasia, enterocolitis, pseudomembranous colitis, pancreatitis, inflammatory lesions (with monilial overgrowth) in the oral and anogenital regions.

Instances of esophagitis and esophageal ulcerations have been reported in patients taking the tetracycline-class antibiotics in capsule and tablet form. Most of these patients took the medication immediately before going to bed (see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION ). Genitourinary: Vulvovaginitis.

Hepatic toxicity: Hyperbilirubinemia, hepatic cholestasis, increases in liver enzymes, fatal hepatic failure, and jaundice. Hepatitis, including autoimmune hepatitis, and liver failure have been reported (see PRECAUTIONS ). Skin: Alopecia, erythema nodosum, hyperpigmentation of nails, pruritus, toxic epidermal necrolysis, vasculitis, maculopapular rash and erythematous rash.

Exfoliative dermatitis has been reported. Fixed drug eruptions have been reported. Lesions occurring on the glans penis have caused balanitis.

Erythema multiforme and Stevens-Johnson syndrome have been reported. Photosensitivity is discussed above (see WARNINGS-Photosensitivity ). Pigmentation of the skin and mucous membranes has been reported.

Respiratory: Cough, dyspnea, bronchospasm, exacerbation of asthma, and pneumonitis. Renal toxicity: Interstitial nephritis. Elevations in BUN have been reported and are apparently dose related (see WARNINGS ).

Reversible acute renal failure has been reported. Musculoskeletal: Arthralgia, arthritis, bone discoloration, myalgia, joint stiffness, and joint swelling. Hypersensitivity reactions: Urticaria, angioneurotic edema, polyarthralgia, anaphylaxis/anaphylactoid reaction (including shock and fatalities), anaphylactoid purpura, myocarditis, pericarditis, exacerbation of systemic lupus erythematosus and pulmonary infiltrates with eosinophilia have been reported.

A transient lupus-like syndrome and serum sickness-like reactions also have been reported. Blood: Agranulocytosis, hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, neutropenia, pancytopenia, and eosinophilia have been reported. Central Nervous System: Convulsions, dizziness, hypesthesia, paresthesia, sedation, and vertigo.

Bulging fontanels in infants and benign intracranial hypertension (pseudotumor cerebri) in adults have been reported (see WARNINGS-Intracranial Hypertension ). Headache has also been reported. Other: Thyroid cancer has been reported in the postmarketing setting in association with minocycline products.

When minocycline therapy is given over prolonged periods, monitoring for signs of thyroid cancer should be considered. When given over prolonged periods, tetracyclines have been reported to produce brown-black microscopic discoloration of the thyroid gland. Cases of abnormal thyroid function have been reported.

Tooth discoloration in children less than 8 years of age (see WARNINGS-Tooth Development ) and also in adults has been reported. Oral cavity discoloration (including tongue, lip, and gum) has been reported. Tinnitus and decreased hearing have been reported in patients on minocycline hydrochloride.

The following syndromes have been reported. In some cases, involving these syndromes, death has been reported. As with other serious adverse reactions, if any of these syndromes are recognized, the drug should be discontinued immediately: Hypersensitivity syndrome consisting of cutaneous reaction (such as rash or exfoliative dermatitis), eosinophilia, and one or more of the following: hepatitis, pneumonitis, nephritis, myocarditis, and pericarditis.

Fever and lymphadenopathy may be present. Lupus-like syndrome…

🆘 Overdosage 45 words

OVERDOSAGE The adverse events more commonly seen in overdose are dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. No specific antidote for minocycline is known. In case of overdosage, discontinue medication, treat symptomatically, and institute supportive measures. Minocycline is not removed in significant quantities by hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis.

🧬 Clinical Pharmacology ~2 min read

CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY Following a single dose of two 100 mg capsules of minocycline hydrochloride administered to 18 normal fasting adult volunteers, maximum serum concentrations were attained in 1 to 4 hours (average 2.1 hours) and ranged from 2.1 to 5.1 mcg/mL (average 3.5 mcg/mL). The serum half-life in the normal volunteers ranged from 11.1 to 22.1 hours (average 15.5 hours). When minocycline hydrochloride capsules were given concomitantly with a high-fat meal, which included dairy products, the extent of absorption of minocycline hydrochloride capsules was unchanged compared to dosing under fasting conditions.

The mean T max was delayed by 1 hour when administered with food, compared to dosing under fasting conditions. Minocycline hydrochloride capsules may be administered with or without food. In previous studies with other minocycline dosage forms, the minocycline serum half-life ranged from 11 to 16 hours in 7 patients with hepatic dysfunction, and from 18 to 69 hours in 5 patients with renal dysfunction.

The urinary and fecal recovery of minocycline when administered to 12 normal volunteers was one-half to one-third that of other tetracyclines. Microbiology Mechanism of Action The tetracyclines are primarily bacteriostatic and are thought to exert their antimicrobial effect by the inhibition of protein synthesis. The tetracyclines, including minocycline, have a similar antimicrobial spectrum of activity against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.

Cross-resistance of these organisms to tetracycline is common. Antimicrobial Activity Minocycline has been shown to be active against most strains of the following microorganisms, both in vitro and in clinical infections (see INDICATIONS AND USAGE ). Gram-positive Bacteria Bacillus anthracis Listeria monocytogenes Staphylococcus aureus Streptococcus pneumoniae Gram-negative Bacteria Acinetobacter species Bartonella bacilliformis Brucella species Campylobacter fetus Escherichia coli Francisella tularensis Haemophilus ducreyi Haemophilus influenzae Klebsiella aerogenes Klebsiella granulomatis Klebsiella species Neisseria gonorrhoeae Neisseria meningitidis Shigella species Yersinia pestis Vibrio cholerae Other Microorganisms Actinomyces species Borrelia recurrentis Chlamydophila psittaci Chlamydia trachomatis Clostridium species Entamoeba species Fusobacterium nucleatum subspecies fusiforme Mycobacterium marinum Mycoplasma pneumoniae Propionibacterium acnes Rickettsiae Treponema pallidum subspecies pallidum Treponema pallidum subspecies pertenue Ureaplasma urealyticum Susceptibility Testing For specific information regarding susceptibility test interpretive criteria and associated test methods and quality control standards recognized by the FDA for this drug, please see https://www.fda.gov/STIC.

📦 How Supplied / Storage and Handling 108 words

HOW SUPPLIED Minocycline hydrochloride capsules, USP contain the minocycline hydrochloride, USP equivalent of 100 mg minocycline. Minocycline hydrochloride capsules, USP equivalent to 100 mg minocycline are hard gelatin capsules, with opaque dark gray cap and opaque yellow body, imprinted with “MINOCYCLINE 100” on cap and “DAN 5695” on body with black ink. Capsules are supplied in NDC: 70518-4565-00 PACKAGING: 28 in 1 BOTTLE PLASTIC Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].

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📋 Description 151 words

DESCRIPTION Minocycline hydrochloride, USP is a semisynthetic derivative of tetracycline, 4,7-Bis(dimethylamino)-1,4,4a,5,5a,6,11,12a-octahydro-3,10,12,12a-tetrahydroxy-1,11-dioxo-2-naphthacenecarboxamide monohydrochloride. Its structural formula is: C 23 H 27 N 3 O 7 •HCl M.W. 493.94 Each minocycline hydrochloride capsule, USP, for oral administration, contains the equivalent of 50 mg, 75 mg, or 100 mg of minocycline.

In addition, each capsule contains the following inactive ingredients: corn starch and magnesium stearate. The 50 mg, 75 mg, and 100 mg capsule shells contain: D&C Red No. 28, D&C Yellow No.

10, gelatin, and titanium dioxide. The 75 mg capsule shell also contains FD&C Yellow No. 6.

The 100 mg capsule shell also contains black iron oxide. The black imprinting ink contains the following ingredients that are common to all strengths: black iron oxide, butyl alcohol, D&C Yellow #10 aluminum lake, FD&C Blue #1 aluminum lake, FD&C Blue #2 aluminum lake, FD&C Red #40 aluminum lake, propylene glycol, and shellac glaze. structure

💬 Information for Patients ~3 min read

PATIENT INFORMATION Minocycline Hydrochloride (min″ oh sye′ kleen hye″ droe klor′ ide) Capsules Read the Patient Information that comes with minocycline hydrochloride capsules before you or a family member starts taking it and each time you get a refill. There may be new information. This Patient Information leaflet does not take the place of talking to your healthcare provider about your medical condition or treatment.

What are minocycline hydrochloride capsules? Minocycline hydrochloride capsules are a tetracycline-class antibiotic medicine. Minocycline hydrochloride capsules are used to treat certain infections caused by bacteria.

These include infections of the skin, respiratory tract, urinary tract, some sexually transmitted diseases, and others. Minocycline hydrochloride capsules may be used along with other treatments for severe acne. Sometimes other germs, called viruses, cause infections.

The common cold is a virus. Minocycline hydrochloride, like other antibiotics, does not treat viruses. Who should not take minocycline hydrochloride capsules?

Do not take minocycline hydrochloride capsules if you are allergic to minocycline or other tetracycline antibiotics. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for a list of these medicines if you are not sure. See the end of this Patient Information leaflet for a complete list of ingredients in minocycline hydrochloride capsules.

Minocycline hydrochloride capsules are not recommended for pregnant women or children under 8 years of age because: 1. Minocycline hydrochloride capsules may harm an unborn baby. 2.

Minocycline hydrochloride capsules may permanently turn a baby's or child's teeth yellow-gray-brown during tooth development. Tooth development happens in the last half of pregnancy and birth to age 8 years. What should I tell my doctor before taking minocycline hydrochloride capsules?

Before taking minocycline hydrochloride capsules, tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions, including if you: have liver or kidney problems. are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Minocycline hydrochloride may harm your unborn baby. Stop taking minocycline hydrochloride capsules and call your doctor if you become pregnant while taking it. are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed.

Minocycline hydrochloride passes into your breast milk and may harm your baby. You and your doctor should decide if you will take minocycline hydrochloride capsules or breastfeed. You should not do both.

Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Using Minocycline hydrochloride capsules with other medicines can cause side effects. Especially tell your doctor if you take: birth control pills.

Minocycline hydrochloride capsules may make your birth control pills less effective. a blood thinner medicine. The dose of your blood thinner may have to be lowered. a penicillin antibiotic medicine. Minocycline hydrochloride capsules and penicillins should not be used together. migraine medicines called ergot alkaloids. an acne medicine by mouth called isotretinoin. antacids that contain aluminum, calcium, or magnesium, or iron-containing products.

Know the medicines you take, keep a list of them to show your doctor and pharmacist each time you get a new medicine. How should I take minocycline hydrochloride capsules? Take minocycline hydrochloride capsules exactly as your doctor tells you to take them .

Skipping doses or not taking all your minocycline hydrochloride capsules may: Decrease the effectiveness of the treatment. Increase the chance that bacteria will develop resistance to minocycline hydrochloride capsules. Take minocycline hydrochloride capsules with a full glass of liquid.

Taking minocycline hydrochloride capsules with enough liquid may lower your chance of getting irritation or ulcers in your esophagus. Your esophagus is the tube that connects your mouth to your stomach. Minocycline hydrochloride capsules may be take…

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