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Minovin Injection

Written By Dr. Love Sharma, PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA
Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS
Last updated on 02 Nov 2024 | 01:05 AM (IST)
Minovin Injection is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in some infections of the lungs, urinary tract, eyes, and others. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection.
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General Information

Contains

Minocycline (100mg)

Marketer

Vinder Pharma

Storage

Store below 30°C
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Product introduction

Minovin Injection may also be used to treat many sexually transmitted diseases. It helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) into a vein under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse. You should get the injection regularly at evenly spaced intervals. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.

The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and skin reaction on exposure to sunlight (photosensitivity). Avoid excessive sun exposure and use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors. Some people may develop temporary redness or pain at the site of injection. These side effects are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.

Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any liver or kidney problems. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it. It may blur your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Uses of Minovin Powder for Injection

Benefits of Minovin Powder for Injection

Bacterial infections
Minovin Injection is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.

Side effects of Minovin Powder for Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Minovin
  • Itching
  • Fatigue
  • Headache
  • Dizziness

How to use Minovin Powder for Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Minovin Powder for Injection works

Minovin Injection is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Quick tips

  • Your doctor has prescribed Minovin Injection to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
  • It may cause dizziness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Minovin Injection affects you.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Discontinue Minovin Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Minovin Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Minovin Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Minovin Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving

Driving

UNSAFE
Minovin Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Minovin Injection can cause lightheadedness, visual disturbances, dizziness, ringing in the ears, a feeling of dizziness or spinning (vertigo). This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney

Kidney

CAUTION
Minovin Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Minovin Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver

Liver

CAUTION
Minovin Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Minovin Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Frequently asked questions

Minovin Injection belongs to tetracycline class of medicine. It treats the infection by preventing the growth and spread of bacteria. It kills the acne-causing bacteria, which infect pores. It also decreases certain natural oily substance that causes acne.
Minovin Injection should be avoided during pregnancy as it may cause harm to your unborn baby. Using the medicine during the last half of pregnancy may cause permanent discolouration of teeth and underdevelopment of tooth enamel. Discuss with your doctor for any further query.
Minovin Injection is given in vein (intravenously) only when the patient cannot take the oral formulation. Rapid administration of the medicine should be avoided. Usual initial dose should be administered over 60 minutes every 12 hours and should not exceed a certain level in 24 hours.
No, Minovin Injection is not known to get anyone high. It does not cause dependence either physical or psychological. Also, it does not have any abuse potential.
Minovin Injection reduces the effectiveness of oral birth control pills. Therefore, one should use other methods of contraception while on treatment with Minovin Injection. Discuss with your doctor if you are not sure.
Yes, Minovin Injection may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, visual disturbances, ringing in the ears, and a feeling of spinning (vertigo). If you experience any of these symptoms avoid driving or operating machinery.
Minovin Injection may make your skin sensitive to sunlight. Avoid unnecessary or prolonged exposure to sunlight. It is advised to wear protective clothing, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Furthermore, avoid alcohol while on Minovin Injection as it may increase risk of liver toxicity.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Tetracyclines

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Tetracyclines

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References

  1. Chambers HF, Deck DH. Tetracyclines, Macrolides, Clindamycin, Chloramphenicol, Streptogramins, & Oxazolidiones. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 798.
  2. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 922, 1339-142.
  3. ScienceDirect. Minocycline. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
  4. PubChem. Minocycline. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
  5. Minocycline [Product Information]. Triax Pharmaceuticals, LLC; 2010. [Accessed 20 Feb. 2024] (online) Available from:
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Marketer details

Name: Vinder Pharma
Address: C2-609 Wealth Space, Skyline Oasis, Khalai Village, Vidyavihar Society, Ghatkopar West, Mumbai, Maharashtra-400086

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Country of origin: India

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