Minicycline Lb Caps

Composition

Minocycline (as Minocycline Hydrochloride) + Lactic Acid Bacillus (strengths unknown)

Uses of Minicycline Lb Caps

Bacterial infections susceptible to minocycline such as acne vulgaris and other skin/soft tissue infections, respiratory tract infections and other susceptible infections; lactic acid bacillus is used to help prevent/restore normal gut flora and reduce antibiotic-associated diarrhoea.

• •Treats susceptible bacterial infections
• •Helps control acne-causing bacteria
• •Reduces inflammation in acne
• •Helps restore intestinal flora
• •May reduce antibiotic-associated diarrhoea

How it works

Minocycline is a tetracycline-class antibiotic that inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 30S ribosomal subunit, thereby stopping bacterial growth. Lactic acid bacillus is a probiotic that helps restore healthy intestinal flora and may reduce diarrhoea during/after antibiotic therapy.

Directions for use

Take the capsule exactly as prescribed. Swallow whole with water; it may be taken with or without food (take with food if stomach upset occurs). Avoid taking at the same time as antacids/iron/calcium or dairy; keep a 2–3 hour gap. Complete the full course even if you feel better.

Side effects

Common side effects of Minicycline Lb Caps may include:

• •Nausea
• •vomiting
• •diarrhoea