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SOLODYN

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Generic Name for SOLODYN

Minocycline (as HCl) 45mg, 90mg, 135mg; ext-rel tabs.

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Pharmacological Class for SOLODYN

Tetracycline antibiotic.

Manufacturer of SOLODYN

Medicis Pharmaceuticals Corp

Indications for SOLODYN

Inflammatory lesions of non-nodular moderate to severe acne.

Adult dose for SOLODYN

Swallow whole. Give once daily for up to 12 weeks. Dose based on weight: approximately 1mg/kg. 45–59kg: 45mg. 60–90kg: 90mg. 91–136kg: 135mg. Renal impairment: reduce dose or extend dosing intervals.

Children's dosing for SOLODYN

Not recommended.

Warnings/Precautions for SOLODYN

Not interchangeable with other minocycline products. Renal or hepatic impairment. Monitor blood, renal, or hepatic function. Pregnancy (Cat.D), nursing mothers: not recommended.

Interactions for SOLODYN

Antacids, iron, zinc, calcium, magnesium, urinary alkalinizers reduce absorption. Avoid penicillins, methoxyflurane, isotretinoin. Monitor PT with oral anticoagulants. May antagonize oral contraceptives.

Adverse Reactions for SOLODYN

Headache, fatigue, dizziness, GI upset, rash, increased BUN, hepatotoxicity, tinnitus, tooth discoloration, pseudotumor cerebri, photosensitivity, hyperpigmentation, autoimmune syndromes.

How is SOLODYN supplied?

Tabs—30, 90, 100

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