Capsule Commentaries: Drug Reaction Considerations with Oral Minocycline
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Keywords
drug-drug interaction, oral antibotic therapy, antibiotic, minocycline
Abstract
Minocycline is a commonly prescribed oral antibiotic in dermatology with a favorable efficacy and safety profile, and with clinical applications for a variety of cutaneous infections and other skin disorders. Most patients do not experience any adverse events, although, rare but potentially serious side effects can emerge. In this article, drug hypersensitivity syndrome, hepatotoxicity, and pseudotumor cerebri associated with oral minocycline use are reviewed.
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