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CNN MR 100 mg TABLET

Manufactured byIpca Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.
ContainsMinocycline
Description
CNN MR 100 mg TABLET is an antibiotic medicine containing Minocycline. It is used to treat bacterial infections occurring in different areas of the body such as the lungs, reproductive organs, skin, urinary tract, etc. CNN MR 100 mg TABLET may also be used as a preventive treatment for meningitis (swelling of the protective membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord). It works by preventing the growth of bacteria. CNN MR 100 mg TABLET may cause side effects like diarrhoea, headache, loss of appetite, dry mouth, dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. Inform your doctor if the side effects persist or become severe. CNN MR 100 mg TABLET is a prescription medicine. The dose and duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on the severity of the infection. Do not take more or less than the recommended dose. Drink plenty of water to avoid stomach irritation. Ensure that you complete the course of treatment even if you feel better after a few doses. Also, avoid taking an antibiotic without your doctor's recommendation, as it can make the medicine less effective for future infections. CNN MR 100 mg TABLET is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Use this medicine with caution if you have kidney or liver problems. Also, inform your doctor about all the other medications you are taking, as they may interact with CNN MR 100 mg TABLET and cause altered effects of either medicine or increased risk of side effects. CNN MR 100 mg TABLET is not recommended for use in children below eight years of age. It can cause teeth discolouration in children. CNN MR 100 mg TABLET is unsafe for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for CNN MR 100 mg TABLET

  • Diarrhoea
  • Dizziness
  • Loss of appetite
  • Headache
  • Increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight
  • Hearing impairment
  • Tooth discoloration
  • Dry mouth

Uses of CNN MR 100 mg TABLET

What is it prescribed for?

  • Bacterial infections
  • Meningococcal Meningitis
  • Skin and Structure Infection
  • Gonococcal Infection
  • Urinary Tract Infection
  • Pneumonia
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time taken by CNN MR 100 mg TABLET to show its effect is clinically unknown.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The time until which CNN MR 100 mg TABLET remains active in the body is clinically unknown.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit forming tendency has been reported for CNN MR 100 mg TABLET.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    CNN MR 100 mg TABLET is unsafe for use during pregnancy as it can cause harm to the developing foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Use of CNN MR 100 mg TABLET should be avoided while breastfeeding as it may cause side effects in your baby. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid taking CNN MR 100 mg TABLET if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

CNN MR 100 mg TABLET is unsafe for use during pregnancy as it can cause harm to the developing foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Use of CNN MR 100 mg TABLET should be avoided while breastfeeding as it may cause side effects in your baby. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings

Photosensitivity

Photosensitivity, also known as a sun allergy, is an immune system reaction that occurs when exposed to sunlight. CNN MR 100 mg TABLET should be used with caution as it may cause photosensitivity. Hence, avoid exposure to sunlight or other artificial light during treatment with this medicine. Discontinue the treatment and consult your doctor if any symptoms of skin rash appear.

Hearing loss

CNN MR 100 mg TABLET should be used with caution as it may cause tinnitus (ringing in the ears) and hearing impairment in rare cases.

Antibiotic resistance

Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria develop the ability to defeat the antibiotic intended to kill them. This occurs due to the long-term use of antibiotics or not completing the course of treatment. Hence ensure that you take CNN MR 100 mg TABLET for the recommended duration to avoid antibiotic resistance.

Use in children

CNN MR 100 mg TABLET is not recommended for use in children less than 12 years of age due to the lack of safety and efficacy data.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip a scheduled dose of CNN MR 100 mg TABLET. In case you forget to take the scheduled dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it has been delayed for more than 12 hours, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the usual time. Do not double the dose.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. Seek emergency medical treatment or contact your doctor in case you suspect an overdose of CNN MR 100 mg TABLET.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Warfarin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Digoxin

Calcium gluconate

Live cholera vaccine

Disease interactions

Gastrointestinal Diseases

CNN MR 100 mg TABLET can kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and may lead to diarrhoea. Therefore, this medicine should be used with extreme caution if you have gastrointestinal (disorders of the digestive system) diseases, particularly colitis (swelling in the lining of the colon, the large intestine), as it may worsen your condition.

Liver/Kidney Diseases

Take CNN MR 100 mg TABLET with caution if you have a kidney/liver problem as this medicine may lead to kidney or liver damage and worsen your condition.
Food interactions
Avoid taking CNN MR 100 mg TABLET along with iron and calcium preparations due to the decreased absorption of Minocycline. Maintain a minimum time gap of three hours for better absorption.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
CNN MR 100 mg TABLET is used for treating various bacterial infections. Take CNN MR 100 mg TABLET as advised by your doctor. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablet. Drink plenty of water to avoid stomach irritation Your doctor will determine an appropriate dose based on your clinical condition and type of bacterial infection. Never take more than the prescribed dose. Do not give your medicine to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours. Complete the entire course of treatment with this medicine to avoid antibiotic resistance. Do not take CNN MR 100 mg TABLET with iron or calcium-containing products as it may decrease the absorption of this medicine in the body. CNN MR 100 mg TABLET may make the birth control pills less effective and increase the risk of unwanted pregnancy. Hence consult your doctor before taking this medicine. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you feel dizzy or light-headed after taking this medicine.
Miscelleneous

To be taken on an empty stomach

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Effect on sleep is not established

How it works
CNN MR 100 mg TABLET inhibits the growth and multiplication of bacteria, eventually killing them.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Tetracyclines antibiotics

Schedule

Schedule H

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Minocycline. [online] Available at: [Accessed 15 March 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Minocycline

Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. DailyMed - MINOCYCLINE- minocycline hydrochloride tablet, film coated. [online] Available at: [Accessed 15 March 2021].

https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=8082a9be-4b03-45ad-9501-28ee7aa573eb
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