{"id":17235,"date":"2022-01-06T07:47:50","date_gmt":"2022-01-06T07:47:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=17235"},"modified":"2022-11-29T13:53:08","modified_gmt":"2022-11-29T13:53:08","slug":"lymelysal-300-mg-hard-capsules","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/lymelysal-300-mg-hard-capsules\/","title":{"rendered":"Lymelysal 300 Mg Hard Capsules-Lymecycline Uses, Dose And Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Lymecycline capsules hard <\/strong>(equivalent to 300 mg tetracycline)\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Lymelysal Is And what It Is Used For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lymelysal belongs to a group of medicines called tetracycline antibiotics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lymelysal is used to treat the following&nbsp;infections&nbsp;in adults and children over 12 years of age:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Moderate to severe\u00a0acne<\/li><li>Sudden deterioration of\u00a0bronchitis\u00a0(Tracheal catarrh)<\/li><li>Pneumonia<\/li><li>Urogenital\u00a0infection\u00a0(\u00a0infection\u00a0of the urinary tract or genital area) caused by a\u00a0bacterium\u00a0called\u00a0chlamydia\u00a0.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Lymecycline contained in Lymelysal may also be approved for the treatment of other diseases not mentioned in this product information.&nbsp;Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or another healthcare professional 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 Taking Lymelysal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Not Take Lymelysal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you are allergic to lymphecycline or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6)<\/li><li>If you have kidney disease<\/li><li>If you are a child under 12 years of age<\/li><li>If you are pregnant or breastfeeding<\/li><li>If you are using a retinoid medicine (such as isotretinoin, etretinate or acitretin) to treat severe\u00a0acne\u00a0or\u00a0psoriasis\u00a0or if you are taking\u00a0vitamin\u00a0A (more than 10,000 IU \/ day).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings And Cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to a doctor, pharmacist, or nurse before taking Lymelysal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you have liver problems<\/li><li>If you have kidney problems<\/li><li>If you have an allergic disease that causes <ul><li>Joint pain<\/li><li>Rash<\/li><li>Fever (systemic lupus erythematosus)<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>If you have a disease that weakens the muscles (Myasthenia gravis).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You should avoid direct exposure to sunlight or artificial sunlight in tanning beds.&nbsp;If you get any skin problems, stop taking this 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>This medicine is not recommended for use in children under 12 years as it can cause permanent discoloration of the tooth enamel and affect the development of the skeleton.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Medicines And Lymelysal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.&nbsp;This also applies to over-the-counter medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do&nbsp;<strong>not<\/strong>&nbsp;take&nbsp;<strong>the<\/strong>&nbsp;following medicines at the same time as&nbsp;<strong>Lymelysal<\/strong>.&nbsp;You should take them at least&nbsp;<strong>3 hours<\/strong>&nbsp;apart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Medicines for indigestion.<\/li><li>Medicines for&nbsp;stomach ulcers&nbsp;.<\/li><li>Kinalapril (for high&nbsp;blood pressure&nbsp;).<\/li><li>Dietary supplements containing&nbsp;calcium&nbsp;, aluminum,&nbsp;magnesium&nbsp;, zinc or iron.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Oral&nbsp;retinoids&nbsp;, used to treat&nbsp;acne&nbsp;and&nbsp;vitamin&nbsp;A (more than 10,000 IU \/ day).<\/li><li>Anticoagulants, used to prevent blood clots.<\/li><li>Diuretics&nbsp;, used to treat kidney disease, heart disease or high&nbsp;blood pressure&nbsp;.<\/li><li>Birth control pills&nbsp;(oral contraceptives);&nbsp;Lymelysal can make&nbsp;birth control pills&nbsp;less effective (see section Pregnancy, breast-feeding and&nbsp;fertility&nbsp;).<\/li><li>Medicines for&nbsp;epilepsy&nbsp;(such as phenobarbitone,&nbsp;phenytoin&nbsp;and carbamazepine).<\/li><li>Didanosine against&nbsp;HIV&nbsp;.<\/li><li>The anesthetic methoxiflurane.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Light Room With Food, Drink And Alcohol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lymelysal can be taken in connection with a meal.&nbsp;The effect of Lymelysal may be slightly reduced if taken concomitantly with calcium-containing products such as milk.&nbsp;There should be at least 3 hours between intake of Lymelysal and dairy products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always take this medicine with a glass of water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy, Breastfeeding And Fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lyme disease must not be taken during pregnancy or lactation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The use of certain drugs, such as lymphocycline, can affect growing teeth or bones, or lead to permanent discoloration of teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lymelysal can reduce the effect of&nbsp;birth control pills&nbsp;and you should therefore use additional contraceptives, e.g.&nbsp;condom while you are taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving And Using Machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No studies have been performed.&nbsp;As this medicine may cause dizziness or visual disturbances, make sure you do not have any such symptoms before driving or using machines.<\/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.&nbsp;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\">Lymelysal Contains Tartrazine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>May cause allergic reactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Take Lymelysal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always take medicine according to your doctor&#8217;s or pharmacist&#8217;s instructions.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Adults and children over 12 years<\/strong><ul><li><em>Acne: The<\/em>\u00a0recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0is one capsule once a day, preferably in the morning.<\/li><li>The treatment time depends on how quickly the acne improves.\u00a0The shortest treatment period is usually eight weeks.\u00a0The treatment should not last longer than 6 months.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><em>Other infections: The <\/em>recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0is one capsule twice a day.\u00a0Your doctor may recommend a different\u00a0dose\u00a0depending on the type of\u00a0infection\u00a0you have and how severe it is.\u00a0Ask your doctor if you are unsure.<\/li><li><em>Method of administration:<\/em>\u00a0Take the capsules with at least half a glass of water while sitting or standing upright.\u00a0It is also recommended that you take the capsules with a light meal to reduce the risk of\u00a0side effects\u00a0in the stomach.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lymelysal Uses For Children And Adolescents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist 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>Acne: The<\/em>&nbsp;recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;is one capsule once a day, preferably in the morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The treatment time depends on how quickly the acne improves.&nbsp;The shortest treatment period is usually eight weeks.&nbsp;The treatment should not last longer than 6 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Other infections: The <\/em>recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;is one capsule twice a day.&nbsp;Your doctor may recommend a different&nbsp;dose&nbsp;depending on the type of&nbsp;infection&nbsp;you have and how severe it is.&nbsp;Ask your doctor if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Method of administration:<\/em>&nbsp;Take the capsules with at least half a glass of water while sitting or standing upright.&nbsp;It is also recommended that you take the capsules with a light meal to reduce the risk of&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;in the stomach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Use for children and adolescents<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine is not recommended for use in children under 12 years as it can cause permanent discoloration of the tooth enamel and affect the development of the skeleton.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Take More Lymelysal Than You Should<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Signs that you have taken too much Lymelysal may include <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Nausea<\/li><li>Vomiting<\/li><li>Diarrhea\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In patients with kidney problems, an overdose has resulted in liver and kidney damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible Lymelysal Side Effects<\/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 symptoms of the following serious&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;that occur with an unknown frequency (can not be calculated from the available data),&nbsp;<strong>stop taking the capsules<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>inform your doctor immediately or go to the nearest hospital<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Altered number or type of certain\u00a0blood cells\u00a0, which may occur as fatigue, bleeding from the skin and mucous membranes, bruising, tendency to\u00a0infection\u00a0and fever.<\/li><li>Increased pressure in the brain (headache, vomiting, visual disturbances, including blurred vision,\u00a0scotoma\u00a0(dark spots or flickering light in the\u00a0visual field\u00a0),\u00a0diplopia\u00a0(double\u00a0vision\u00a0) or permanent visual impairment, have been reported in association with\u00a0tetracyclines\u00a0, pain behind the eyes).<\/li><li>Yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes (jaundice), which may be a sign of inflammation of the liver or liver failure.<\/li><li>Symptoms of a severe\u00a0allergic reaction\u00a0include difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, tongue or throat, rash or\u00a0itching\u00a0(especially if the whole body is affected).<\/li><li>Symptoms of a serious illness called\u00a0Stevens-Johnson syndrome\u00a0include blistering and scaling of large areas of skin, sores or changes in the mouth, on the lips, genitals or around the rectal opening.<\/li><li>There have been cases of systemic lupus erythematosus, which have generally been linked to treatment with\u00a0tetracyclines.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Common lymelysal side effects (may affect up to 1 in 10 people)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Headache<\/li><li>Nausea<\/li><li>Abdominal pain<\/li><li>Diarrhea<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Has been reported lymelysal side effects<\/em> <em>(occurs in an unknown number of users)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Hives<\/li><li>Dizziness<\/li><li>Visual disturbances<\/li><li>Upper abdominal pain,&nbsp;tongue&nbsp;infection&nbsp;, vomiting, intestinal inflammation<\/li><li>Skin rash, increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight (natural or artificial),&nbsp;itching<\/li><li>Fever<\/li><li>Changes in certain blood tests (liver function tests)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The following lymelysal side effects may occur during treatment with the drug class to which lymphocycline belongs (Tetracyclines):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Inflammation\u00a0or ulceration of the esophagus, causing pain or difficulty swallowing, or painful heartburn<\/li><li>Difficulty swallowing<\/li><li>Inflammation\u00a0of the pancreas<\/li><li>Liver damage or\u00a0inflammation<\/li><li>Discoloration of teeth<\/li><li>Increase in\u00a0urea\u00a0in the blood, which can be improved if you take\u00a0diuretics\u00a0with Lymelysal<\/li><li>Anemia\u00a0, increased white blood cell\u00a0count\u00a0(Eosinophilia) and other blood disorders<\/li><li>Inflammation\u00a0, or tenderness, in the tongue, oral cavity, cheeks, gums or lips<\/li><li>Tenderness or\u00a0itching\u00a0in the genital area<\/li><li>Yeast infection around the rectal opening or genitals<\/li><li>Infection\u00a0of the colon (\u00a0colon\u00a0)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Reporting of\u00a0lymelysal side effects<\/strong> <strong>ar<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you get&nbsp;any side effects, talk to your doctor.&nbsp;This also applies to any&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;not mentioned in this information.&nbsp;You can also report&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;directly via<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Medical Products Agency<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Box 26<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>751 03 Uppsala<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.xn--lkemedelsverket-0kb.se\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">www.l\u00e4kemedelsverket.se<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By reporting&nbsp;side effects, you can help increase drug safety information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Store Lymelysal<\/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 <strong>Lymecycline<\/strong> after the expiry date which is stated on the carton or blister after \u201cEXP\u201d.\u00a0The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/li><li>Do not store above 25 \u00b0 C in the original package.\u00a0Moisture sensitive.<\/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\">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.\u00a0Each capsule contains 408 mg of lymphocine equivalent to 300 mg of\u00a0tetracycline\u00a0.<\/li><li>Other ingredients are:<ul><li><em>Capsule contents:<\/em><\/li><li>Silica,\u00a0colloidal<\/li><li>Hydrogenated (E551)<\/li><li>Magnesium stearate (E470b)<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><em>Capsule shell:<\/em>\u00a0<ul><li>Gelatin (E441)<\/li><li>Indigotine (E132)<\/li><li>Erythrosine (E127)<\/li><li>Titanium dioxide (E171)<\/li><li>Tartrazine (E 102)<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What The Medicine Looks Like And Contents Of The Pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Capsule<\/li><li>Hard<\/li><li>Gelatin capsules with the scarlet upper part, yellow lower part, length 21 mm, containing a yellow powder.<\/li><li>Pack sizes: 20,100 (5&#215;20) capsules in PA \/Al\/PVC \/Aluminum 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><strong>Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2care4 Generics ApS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stenhuggervej 12-14<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6710 Esbjerg V<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Denmark<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Atral Laboratories, SA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rua da Esta\u00e7\u00e3o 42 Vala do Carregado<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2600\u2013726 Castanheira do Ribatejo<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Portugal<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lymelysal treats the following conditions in adults and kids over 12: Impulsive worsening of bronchitis &#8211; Pneumonia &#8211; Urogenital infection by a kind of bacteria called 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