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About Lymefine 408mg Capsule

LYMECYCLINE belongs to a group of medications called tetracycline antibiotics. LYMECYCLINE is used to treat acne. Acne is a skin condition that occurs when pores of the skin become plugged with oil and dead skin cells or bacteria. It causes blackheads, whiteheads, or pimples. A bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grows in the body and cause infection. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly.

Uses of Lymefine 408mg Capsule

Bacterial infections, acne.

Medicinal Benefits of Lymefine 408mg Capsule

LYMECYCLINE is a type of tetracycline class of antibiotic which is effective against a wide range of bacteria including gram-negative, gram-positive bacteria and anaerobes. It is a derivative of the tetracycline class of antibiotics that inhibits the protein synthesis process required for bacterial growth. As a result, bacterial cells are not able to reproduce and grow. It is a bacteriostatic antibiotic, i.e. it stops bacteria's growth but does not necessarily kill them. LYMECYCLINE is primarily used to treat acne. Also, used to treat other infections such as acute sinusitis (sinus infection), bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of lungs), infections in the abdomen, and some types of eye infections called trachoma.

Directions for Use

LYMECYCLINE is available in the form of an oral capsule or tablet. LYMECYCLINE should be taken as prescribed by your doctor, preferably with or without food. Swallow it as a whole with a full glass of water. The dose of LYMECYCLINE can vary depending upon your condition. Your doctor or pharmacist will decide the dose based upon your condition. Do not self-medicate. Do not chew, bite, or break it.

Side Effects of Lymefine 408mg Capsule

• Nausea (feeling sick)
• Diarrhoea
• Abdominal pain
• Headache
• Disturbances of eyesight
  • Vomiting

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Iron and antacid (like magnesium hydroxide and aluminium hydroxide) may bind to LYMECYCLINE in the gastrointestinal tract, lowering its efficiency. So, a gap of at least 2 hours should be maintained between intake of LYMECYCLINE and iron supplements and antacids. Prolonged use of LYMECYCLINE during tooth development (pregnancy, infancy, and childhood to the age of 12 years) may cause permanent discolouration of the teeth (yellow-grey-brown). Do not consume alcohol as it may cause excessive drowsiness when taken along with LYMECYCLINE. Before using LYMECYCLINE tell your doctor if you ever had an allergy to LYMECYCLINE have kidney problems, liver problems, systemic lupus erythematosus (an allergic condition that causes joint pain, skin rashes or fever) and Myasthenia Gravis (a disease that weakens the muscles). Please do not drink alcohol with LYMECYCLINE as it may increase the unpleasant side effects. Besides this, in some cases, the use of LYMECYCLINE causes antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. LYMECYCLINE may cause sensitive skin to sunlight and ultraviolet rays causing exaggerated sunburn reaction. Hence it is advisable to apply sunscreen before stepping outside. Inform your doctor before taking LYMECYCLINE if you are already on medicines like oral retinoids (to treat acne), anticoagulants (to stop the blood clotting), diuretics (used to treat kidney disease, heart disease), medicines for epilepsy (including barbiturates, e.g. phenobarbitone, phenytoin and carbamazepine) and methoxyflurane (an anaesthetic medication).

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

LYMECYCLINE may interact with medicines for ulcer healing, quinapril (for high blood pressure), supplements containing calcium, aluminium, magnesium, zinc or iron; oral retinoids (to treat acne), anticoagulants (to stop the blood clotting), medicines for epilepsy (phenobarbitone, phenytoin and carbamazepine) and methoxyflurane (an anaesthetic medication).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

 LYMECYCLINE should not be given to people with kidney disease.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

• Do not consume alcohol as it may cause excessive drowsiness when taken along with LYMECYCLINE.

PREGNANCY

• LYMECYCLINE is a Pregnancy Category D. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on the use of lymecycline in pregnant women. In some cases, taking LYMECYCLINE during pregnancy may affect tooth and bone development in the unborn baby so, if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy contact the doctor before using a LYMECYCLINE.

BREAST FEEDING

• LYMECYCLINE can pass into breast milk and may affect bone and tooth development in a nursing infant. The extent of absorption is unknown. Do not breastfeed while you are taking this medicine.

DRIVING

• Drive with caution, LYMECYCLINE usually causes blurry vision, dizziness and may affect driving ability.

LIVER

• LYMECYCLINE to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

KIDNEY

• Do not LYMECYCLINE if you have ever had kidney disease. Please inform your doctor if you have kidney disease.