Lymecycline
Description
Lymecycline is an antibiotic used for the treatment of acne (pimples, whiteheads or blackheads) and other bacterial infections of the body. It reduces the infection by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medicine is not used to treat viral and other non-bacterial infections.
Lymecycline can cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, etc. Most of these side effects are temporary and resolve on their own. Consult your doctor if these side effects are getting worse or persistent. Avoid activities like driving vehicles and operating machines while taking this medicine as it can make you feel dizzy.
Lymecycline is taken before food. Your dose will be dependant on the severity of your infection. Take this medicine at the same time every day to maintain a constant level of medicine in your body. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor as your symptoms could reoccur.
Lymecycline is not recommended in children below eight years of age. Inform your doctor about your current medications and medical conditions before taking this medicine. This will help your doctor to adjust your dose for avoiding any side effects. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Lymecycline
- Nausea and vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhoea
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Yellowing of skin or eyes
- Fever
- Difficulty in swallowing
- Tooth discoloration
- Difficulty in breathing
Uses of Lymecycline
What is it prescribed for?
- Acne
- Bacterial infections
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe amount of time required for Lymecycline to show its action is not clinically established.
- Duration of effectThe duration for which Lymecycline remains active in your body is two days.
- Safe with alcohol?Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is it habit forming?No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Lymecycline.
- Usage in pregnancy?Lymecycline is not recommended for use in pregnancy as this medicine may affect your developing foetus. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.
- Usage while breast-feeding?Lymecycline is not recommended while breastfeeding as it is passes into breast milk. Hence, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Allergy
Lymecycline is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Lymecycline is not recommended for use in pregnancy as this medicine may affect your developing foetus. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
Lymecycline is not recommended while breastfeeding as it is passes into breast milk. Hence, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Liver impairment
Lymecycline should be used with extreme caution if you have liver problems as this medicine is broken down and absorbed in the liver. Hence, a damaged liver will increase the risk of toxicity of this medicine. Your doctor can adjust your dose or suggest another medicine in such cases.
Kidney impairment
Lymecycline should be used with caution if you have kidney problems as it will not be able to filter the medicine properly. This can increase the risk of toxicity. Your doctor will monitor your kidney functions closely and/or adjust your dose if required.
Use in children
Lymecycline is not recommended for use in children below eight years of age due to the risk of permanent discolouration of the tooth and defects in enamel (outermost layer of the tooth).
Other medicines
Lymecycline may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe side effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.
Photosensitivity
Use of Lymecycline may cause adverse reactions to the skin upon exposure to sunlight. Use sunscreen or protective clothing if you are going out in the sun while using this medicine.
Drug-resistance
Lymecycline should not be used until the infection is diagnosed by a doctor. Using this medicine in suspected cases can develop resistance in bacteria against this medicine.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose of Lymecycline as soon as you remember. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose of Lymecycline.
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
Antacids
Disease interactions
Colitis
Lymecycline can kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and leads to diarrhoea. Take Lymecycline with extreme caution if you have any gastrointestinal (stomach and intestines) problems, particularly colitis (swelling of the inner lining of the colon), as it may worsen your health condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Lymecycline as instructed by your doctor.
Lymecycline is given for a short period. Therefore, complete the whole treatment to avoid antibiotic resistance.
Do not take in larger amounts than prescribed. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Lymecycline works by stopping the growth of bacteria by interrupting their protein synthesis.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Tetracyclines
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 3 Dec 2021
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