Minoz 40mg Gel 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.

Minoz 40mg Gel is also used to treat many sexually transmitted diseases and a skin condition known as acne. It may be taken with or without food. However, you should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back.
Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include headache, dizziness, vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, and skin reaction on exposure to sunlight (photosensitivity). Avoid excessive sun exposure and use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors. These are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if you find these side effects bother or worry you.
Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy to any antibiotic or liver or kidney problems before taking this medicine. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women 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 Minoz Gel

Bacterial infections

Side effects of Minoz Gel

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 Minoz

Headache
Dizziness
Itching
Fatigue

How to use Minoz Gel

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How Minoz Gel works

Minoz 40mg Gel is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Minoz 40mg Gel 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

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Minoz 40mg Gel is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Minoz 40mg Gel 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 Minoz 40mg Gel 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.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Discontinue Minoz 40mg Gel and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Tetracyclines

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Tetracyclines

Interaction with drugs

Taking Minoz with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Acitretin

Brand(s): Tretoact, Acetroin, Psotretin

Life-threatening

Strontium Chloride

Brand(s): Bentoform, Strotas

Life-threatening

Fosphenytoin

Brand(s): Milorgen, Fosphen, Fosentin

Serious

Magaldrate

Brand(s): Magflux

Serious

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Patient concerns

why my pimples are not stopping they are coming continuously i am fed up with them plz help me out and also pimple marks i am presently using minoz bpo gel prescribed by doctor along with minoz bpo tablets

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

Fine , continue for 2 weeks

I am fed up with Pimple on chick and masse on face and neck plz suggest what I shoud do. I have not yet consult with any dermatologist.

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

Face clin gel twice daily . Tab Minoz ER 65 once daily for 2 weeks . Rejuglow face wash

Hi sir / mam I have pimples on my face from 2 years and I used many products like garnier face wash fair and lovely case wash betnovate c and Himalaya face wash and many things. Now plz say me what to do I want my face very clean and how it will be done . now iam using himplya purifying fasle wash and betnovate c but not working . plz reply me fast sir / mam.

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

Stop betnovate C . This is spooling your face . Use faceclin gel for pimples . Episoft cleanser for wash . Tab Minoz ER 65 once daily for a month

I have pimples on my face so i consult the Doctor and prescribed medicine Minoz OD 100 and Bevon when i checked on the internet it is written that minoz should not be taken with multi vitamin. So will it be very danger to take both.

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

For Pimples - Aclind Gel / Faceclin Gel / D?ACNE Plus gel for application twice daily over affected area.Face wash with Rejuglow Facewash/ Episoft OC Cleanser/ Saslic DS Wash.Tab. Limcee 500mg once daily for one month. Tab. Ascazin twice daily for one month.Combination peels can be performed by a dermatologist in order to improve pimples , marks and scars . Contact : Skin Aid Clinic Gurgaon , 9XXXXXXBlood Test- Serum Insulin Fasting & PP.

FAQs

Q. Can Minoz 40mg Gel get you high?

No, Minoz 40mg Gel is not known to get anyone high. It does not cause dependence either physical or psychological. Also, it does not have any abuse potential.

Q. What does Minoz 40mg Gel do for acne?

Minoz 40mg Gel 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.

Q. Does Minoz 40mg Gel affect contraception?

Minoz 40mg Gel reduces the effectiveness of oral birth control pills. Therefore, one should use other methods of contraception while on treatment with Minoz 40mg Gel. Discuss with your doctor if you are not sure.

Q. Can I take Minoz 40mg Gel during pregnancy?

Minoz 40mg Gel 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.

Q. Does Minoz 40mg Gel cause dizziness?

Yes, Minoz 40mg Gel 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.

Q. What should I avoid while on Minoz 40mg Gel?

Minoz 40mg Gel 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 Minoz 40mg Gel as it may increase risk of liver toxicity.

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