SOLODYN

Used for Acne

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SOLODYN Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Warnings & Dosing

What is SOLODYN?

What is SOLODYN?

SOLODYN is the brand name for minocycline HCl and is available as an extended-release oral tablet.

What dosages is SOLODYN available in?

What dosages is SOLODYN available in?

SOLODYN is available as a 45 mg, 55 mg, 65 mg, 80 mg, 90 mg, 105 mg, 115 mg, and 135 mg extended-release oral tablet.

What is SOLODYN used for?

What is SOLODYN used for?

SOLODYN is a tetracycline antibiotic and is used for the following:

  • Moderate-to-severe acne
  • Respiratory tract infections, including in the nose, throat, and lungs
  • Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) like chlamydia, gonorrhea, chancroid, and syphilis
  • Skin infections
  • Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
  • Rickettsial infections (usually from ticks, fleas, or mites), such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever and typhus fever
  • Other infections such as anthrax, plague, cholera, and more. Minocycline can be used to treat many other less common infections not listed here.
How does SOLODYN work?

How does SOLODYN work?

SOLODYN is a tetracycline antibiotic. It prevents bacteria from making certain proteins, which stops them from multiplying and spreading in your body. For acne, minocycline lowers the amount of the P. acnes bacteria that live naturally on your skin. This can help lessen inflammation and acne.

How do I take SOLODYN?

How do I take SOLODYN?

SOLODYN is dosed as follows:

  • Adults: Your dose will depend on the reason why you’re taking minocycline. For most infections, the typical dose is 200 mg by mouth for one time, then 100 mg by mouth every 12 hours. Another dosing option is 100 mg or 200 mg by mouth for one time, then 50 mg by mouth 4 times a day
  • Children over 8 years old: Your child’s provider will calculate their dose based on their body weight. The typical dose is 4 mg/kg of weight (up to 200 mg per dose) by mouth for one time, then 2 mg/kg of weight(up to 100 mg per dose) by mouth every 12 hours
  • Extended-release tablets (SOLODYN, Minolira) or capsules (Ximino) for acne only (ages 12 years and older): Your dose will be based on your body weight. The typical dose is 1 mg/kg of weight by mouth once daily for 12 weeks
  • Minocycline is also available as an intravenous (IV) injection that’s given by a healthcare provider
Is it safe for me to take SOLODYN?

Is it safe for me to take SOLODYN?

SOLODYN is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. This drug is contraindicated in persons who have shown hypersensitivity to
any of the tetracyclines.

SOLODYN Common Side Effects

SOLODYN Common Side Effects

Common side effects of SOLODYN:

  • Headache
  • Feeling tired
  • Dizziness
  • Itching
SOLODYN Serious Side Effects

SOLODYN Serious Side Effects

Serious side effects are rare with SOLODYN. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.

  • Severe allergic reaction: trouble breathing; hives; swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
  • Severe skin reactions: rash, blisters, red skin
  • Severe diarrhea
  • High pressure in the brain: headache, dizziness, blurred vision, swelling inside eye, vision changes, double vision, vision loss
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on SOLODYN

Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on SOLODYN

The following medications may interact with SOLODYN:

  • Patients who are on anticoagulant therapy may require downward adjustment of their anticoagulant dosage
  • The concurrent use of tetracycline and methoxyflurane has been reported to result in fatal renal toxicity
  • To avoid contraceptive failure, female patients are advised to use a second form of contraceptive during treatment with minocycline
Who makes SOLODYN?

Who makes SOLODYN?

Medicis

Is SOLODYN safe in pregnancy?

Is SOLODYN safe in pregnancy?

SOLODYN may harm your unborn baby. Taking SOLODYN while you are pregnant may cause serious side effects on the growth of bone and teeth of your baby. Talk to your doctor before taking SOLODYN if you plan to become pregnant, or if you are already taking SOLODYN and plan to become pregnant. Stop taking SOLODYN and call your doctor right away if you become pregnant while taking SOLODYN.

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