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Doctor Prescribed Minocycline Tablet Daily For The Outbreak Of Rosacea Along With Topical Cream. Are There Any Potential Damages Taking This Medication?

Thank you...I have been taking my doctor prescribed Minocycline* 50 mg regularly for 20+/- years...one tablet daily. The prescription is intended to address a minor outbreak of rosacea at that time along with twice daily applications of a topical cream (Metronidazone .75%) For the first time ever, I just read the sheet of info that accompanied my most recent container of Minocycline. Based on that info, I m wondering if there are any real or potential damages to my body parts, organs etc. Most of my concern relates to the length of time I have been taking this medication, which my doctor re-prescribes for me on an annual basis. With appreciation, Paul Claesson YYYY@YYYY (I am shocked to just discover that a charge is being solicited for advice regarding your product! I have no intention of making a payment on top of what I am already paying for my medication.) * Minocycline taken during the past 2-3 years as replacement of Tetracycline, which apparently was no longer available under that specific name.
Thu, 21 Nov 2013
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Minocycline taken for.long time does.have effect on normal comensal bacteria present in intestine and may predisposes to diarrhea. Also it affects bone calcium

Take care

Regards
Dr T Shobha
MBBS MD
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Doctor Prescribed Minocycline Tablet Daily For The Outbreak Of Rosacea Along With Topical Cream. Are There Any Potential Damages Taking This Medication?

Welcome to Healthcare-Magic Greetings of the day Minocycline taken for.long time does.have effect on normal comensal bacteria present in intestine and may predisposes to diarrhea. Also it affects bone calcium Take care Regards Dr T Shobha MBBS MD