{"id":17233,"date":"2022-01-06T07:46:11","date_gmt":"2022-01-06T07:46:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=17233"},"modified":"2022-11-26T10:36:33","modified_gmt":"2022-11-26T10:36:33","slug":"lymecycline-actavis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/lymecycline-actavis\/","title":{"rendered":"Lymecycline Actavis Uses, Dose, And Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Lymecycline Actavis 408 mg hard Lymphocycline capsule ( Equivalent to 408 mg tetracycline base)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine.&nbsp;It contains information that is important to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Save this information, you may need to read it again.<\/li><li>If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/li><li>This medicine has been prescribed for you only.&nbsp;Do not give it to others.&nbsp;It can harm them, even if they show signs of illness similar to yours.<\/li><li>If you get&nbsp;any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.&nbsp;This also applies to any&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;not mentioned in this information.&nbsp;See section 4.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In this leaflet you will find information about:<br>1. What Lymecycline Actavis is and <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">What is lymecycline used for<\/span><br>2. What you need to know before you take Lymecycline Actavis<br>3. How to use Lymecycline Actavis<br>4. <strong>Side effects of lymecycline<\/strong><br>5. How to store Lymecycline Actavis<br>6. Contents of the pack and other information<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3V9CkcW\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"331\" height=\"216\" src=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Lymecycline-Actavis.jpg\" alt=\"Lymecycline Actavis\" class=\"wp-image-36228\" srcset=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Lymecycline-Actavis.jpg 331w, https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Lymecycline-Actavis-300x196.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 331px) 100vw, 331px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Lymecycline Actavis<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. What Lymecycline Actavis Is And What Is Lymecycline Used For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lymecycline Actavis belongs to a group of medicines called tetracycline antibiotics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lymecycline uses<\/strong> to treat moderate to severe&nbsp;acne.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It prevents the growth of bacteria in&nbsp;infections&nbsp;you like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/diseases\/acne\/\">Acne<\/a>&nbsp;with blackheads and pimples, often also called pimples.&nbsp;Lymecycline Actavis attacks bacteria which is one of the leading causes of&nbsp;acne.&nbsp;These bacteria are called&nbsp;propionibacterium acnes.&nbsp;Ask your doctor if you are not sure why you have been given this medicine.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Lymecycline contained in Lymecycline Actavis may also be approved for the treatment of other conditions not mentioned in this product information.&nbsp;Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare professionals if you have any further questions, and always follow their instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You Need To Know Before You Take Lymecycline Actavis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not take<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you are allergic to lymphecycline, any other tetracycline antibiotics, or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><li>If you have ever had a kidney disease.<\/li><li>If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.<\/li><li>If you are taking systemic&nbsp;retinoids&nbsp;including oral&nbsp;retinoids&nbsp;(this group of medicines contains some other medicines used to treat&nbsp;acne&nbsp;).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Lymecycline Actavis must not be given to children under 8 years of age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings And Cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Lymecycline uses<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you have had liver problems<\/li><li>If you have had kidney problems<\/li><li>If you have <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/sle\/\">systemic lupus erythematosus<\/a> (an allergic condition that causes <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/joint-pain\/\">joint pain<\/a>, rash, or <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/cold\/\">fever<\/a>)<\/li><li>If you have&nbsp;myasthenia gravis&nbsp;(a disease that weakens the muscles).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You should avoid direct exposure to sunlight and artificial sunlight in the solarium.&nbsp;If you get skin problems, stop taking the medicine and consult a doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children And Young People<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lymecycline Actavis is not recommended for use in children under 12 years of age as it may cause permanent discoloration of the tooth enamel and affect skeletal development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Medicines And Lymecycline Actavis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not take the following medicines at the same time as Lymecycline Actavis as they may affect the medicine&#8217;s effect.&nbsp;Take them at least two hours before or two hours after taking Lymecycline Actavis:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Remedies for indigestion<\/li><li>Remedies for&nbsp;stomach ulcers<\/li><li>Quinapril (for high&nbsp;blood pressure&nbsp;)<\/li><li>Dietary supplements containing&nbsp;<ul><li>Calcium<\/li><li>Aluminum<\/li><li>Magnesium<\/li><li>Zinc<\/li><li>Iron<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Didanosine (used to treat&nbsp;HIV&nbsp;).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Systemic&nbsp;retinoids&nbsp;including oral&nbsp;retinoids&nbsp;(for&nbsp;acne&nbsp;)<\/li><li>Anticoagulants&nbsp;(to prevent blood clots)<\/li><li>Diuretics&nbsp;(used to treat kidney disease, heart disease, and high&nbsp;blood pressure&nbsp;)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lymecycline Actavis With Food And Drink<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Absorption&nbsp;of this tablet is not affected by moderate amounts of milk (eg a glass).&nbsp;It should always take a glass of water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy And Breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You must not take Lymecycline Actavis if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The use of drugs such as Lymecycline Actavis can affect the development of the teeth and lead to permanent discoloration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving And Using Machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No studies on the ability to drive and use machines have been performed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires sharpened attention.&nbsp;One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or&nbsp;side effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Descriptions of these effects and&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;can be found in other sections.&nbsp;Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.&nbsp;If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. How To Use Lymecycline Actavis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Adults and children over 12 years<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Moderate to severe&nbsp;acne<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;is one Lymecycline Actavis capsule once a day, preferably in the morning.&nbsp;Lymecycline Actavis capsules should always be taken with a glass of water in a sitting or standing position.&nbsp;They should be taken with a light meal that does not contain dairy products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How long treatment with Lymecycline Actavis should last depends on how quickly your condition improves.&nbsp;For&nbsp;acne, it usually takes at least 8 to 12 weeks.&nbsp;The doctor may decide that the treatment should last for a maximum of 6 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Children<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not give Lymecycline Actavis to children under 8 years of age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lymecycline Actavis is not recommended for use in children under 12 years of age as it may cause permanent discoloration of the tooth enamel and affect skeletal development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Impaired renal function<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have kidney problems, your doctor may reduce&nbsp;your dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Use More Lymecycline Actavis Than You Should &nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if e.g.&nbsp;If a child has ingested the medicine by mistake, contact a doctor, hospital, or the Poison Information Center (tel. 112) for risk assessment and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Forget To Take Lymecycline Actavis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you forget to take a&nbsp;dose, take it only when you remember and continue as before if it is not your next&nbsp;dose.&nbsp;Do not take a double&nbsp;dose&nbsp;to make up for a forgotten&nbsp;dose.&nbsp;You should never take more capsules than your doctor recommends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Stop Using Lymecycline Actavis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Acne&nbsp;responds slowly to&nbsp;antibiotics.&nbsp;It is important that you take all the capsules of Lymecycline Actavis that your doctor has prescribed.&nbsp;If you stop taking Lymecycline Actavis too soon, your&nbsp;acne&nbsp;or&nbsp;infection&nbsp;may&nbsp;worsen or recur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions about the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Side Effects Of Lymecycline<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause&nbsp;side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you get any of the following serious&nbsp;side effects, stop taking the capsules and contact a doctor immediately or go to the nearest emergency room.&nbsp;This also applies to any&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;not mentioned in this information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Has been reported&nbsp;(occurs in an unknown number of users):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A severe&nbsp;allergic reaction&nbsp;causes swelling of the face, tongue, and throat, which can cause severe difficulty breathing.<\/li><li>Severe disease with severely scaly skin and skin swelling<ul><li>Blistering of the skin<\/li><li>Mouth, eyes<\/li><li>Genitals<\/li><li>Fever<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Skin rash with pink-red spots, especially on the palms or soles of the feet, possibly with blistering.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Lymecycline Actavis can also cause the following side effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Common&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;are<\/strong>&nbsp;(may affect up to 1 in 10)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Nausea<\/li><li>Abdominal <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/brain-and-nerves\/pain\/\">pain<\/a><\/li><li>Diarrhea<\/li><li>Headache.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Has been reported<\/strong>&nbsp;(occurs in an unknown number of users)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Visual disturbances<\/li><li>Dizziness<\/li><li>Vomiting (nausea)<\/li><li>Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice)<\/li><li>Increased skin sensitivity to sunlight<\/li><li>Increased pressure in the brain<\/li><li>Changes in the number or type of certain&nbsp;blood cells<\/li><li>Pain in the upper abdomen<\/li><li>Changes in certain blood tests (liver function tests)<\/li><li>Fever<\/li><li>Itching<\/li><li>Rash or Hives<\/li><li>Inflammation&nbsp;of the intestine<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The following&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;may occur during treatment with the group of medicines to which Lymecycline Actavis belongs (&nbsp;tetracyclines&nbsp;):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Inflammation&nbsp;or ulceration of the esophagus causes pain and difficulty swallowing or painful heartburn<\/li><li>Difficulty swallowing<\/li><li>Inflammation&nbsp;of the pancreas<\/li><li>Liver damage<\/li><li>Discoloration of the teeth<\/li><li>Inflammation&nbsp;or tenderness in the tongue, mouth, cheeks, gums, or lips<\/li><li>Tenderness or&nbsp;itching&nbsp;around the genitals<\/li><li>Yeast&nbsp;infection&nbsp;around the anus or genitals<\/li><li>Infection&nbsp;of the colon<\/li><li>Permanent <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/visual-impairment\/\">visual impairment<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Reporting of side effects<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.&nbsp;This also applies to any side effects that are not mentioned in this information.&nbsp;You can also report side effects directly to the Medical Products Agency,&nbsp;www.lakemedelsverket.se.&nbsp;By reporting side effects, you can help increase drug safety information.&nbsp;Postal address<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. How To Store Lymecycline Actavis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/li><li>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and blister after EXP.&nbsp;or EXP.&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/li><li>Do not store above 25 \u00b0 C.<\/li><li>Store in the original package.&nbsp;Sensitive to light.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Contents Of The Pack And Other Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content Declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substance is lymphocycline.&nbsp;Each capsule contains 408 mg of lymphocycline, equivalent to 408 mg of&nbsp;tetracycline.<\/li><li>The other ingredients are&nbsp;<ul><li>Colloidal&nbsp;hydrated silica<\/li><li>Magnesium stearate<\/li><li>Capsule bottom: titanium dioxide (E171), gelatin<\/li><li>Capsule top: indigo carmine (E132), black iron oxide (E172), titanium dioxide (E171), yellow iron oxide (E172), gelatin.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What The Medicine Looks Like And The Contents Of The Pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Hard gelatin capsule size 0, blue top and white bottom.<\/li><li>16, 20, 21, 28, 56, and 100 capsules in Al \/ Al blisters.<\/li><li>Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder And Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Marketing Authorisation Holder:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Actavis Group PTC ehf<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reykjavikurvegur 76-78<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hafnarfjordur<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Iceland<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Manufacturer<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Balkanpharma- Dupnitsa AD<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3 Samokovsko Shosse Str.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2600 Dupnitsa<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bulgaria<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lymecycline Actavis: antibiotic to treat acne and bacterial infections &#8211; NHS.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":36228,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"cybocfi_hide_featured_image":"yes","footnotes":""},"categories":[2200],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-17233","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-medicines"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17233","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=17233"}],"version-history":[{"count":55,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17233\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":36231,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17233\/revisions\/36231"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/36228"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=17233"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=17233"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=17233"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}