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What Are The Side Effects Of Minocycline?

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Posted on Thu, 30 Jun 2016
Question: Hi ,

I am taking solodyn 80 mg(minocycline) everyday once.
I have been noticing that my lips are pasting bitter . Is it because of the tablets that i am taking ? also let me know what are the other side effects of the tablet .

please advise.
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Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Yes, these are side effects of minocycline.

Detailed Answer:
HI and thank you so much for this query.

This is a recognized see effect of minocycline. Most common side effects are digestive and more around nausea, vomiting, stomach pains, black tarry stools. etc. It can also cause increased sensitivity to sun and cause severe burns. This is why it is encouraged to drink much water during treatment and avoid sun exposure.

I hope this helps. I wish you well. .Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.
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What Are The Side Effects Of Minocycline?

Brief Answer: Yes, these are side effects of minocycline. Detailed Answer: HI and thank you so much for this query. This is a recognized see effect of minocycline. Most common side effects are digestive and more around nausea, vomiting, stomach pains, black tarry stools. etc. It can also cause increased sensitivity to sun and cause severe burns. This is why it is encouraged to drink much water during treatment and avoid sun exposure. I hope this helps. I wish you well. .Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.