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SECTION_START: Description Lymecycline is prescribed for acne, fighting bacteria to improve skin over weeks.
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SECTION_START: Directions Lymecycline is typically prescribed in capsule form. How to take lymecycline: &bull; Always swallow the capsule whole, along with a full glass of water, while sitting or standing, as it's important the capsule does not get stuck in your throat as it could cause irritation. For this reason, do not take the capsules just before you go to bed. &bull; You can take this medicine with or without food. But you're less likely to feel sick if you have it with food. &bull; Carry on taking this medicine until the course is completed, even if you feel better. &bull; If you stop your treatment early, your problem could come back. If you forget to take your medicine, take it as soon as you remember, unless it's nearly time for your next dose. In this case, just leave out the missed dose and take your next dose at the usual time. Never take an extra dose to make up for a forgotten one. And never take 2 doses at the same time. If you forget doses often, you could set an alarm to remind you. You can also ask your pharmacist for advice on other ways to remember to take your medicines.
If you take too much Taking an extra dose of lymecycline is unlikely to cause any harm. Speak to your pharmacist or doctor if you're worried or you take more than 1 extra dose.
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SECTION_START: Warnings Common side effects These common side effects of lymecycline happen in more than 1 in 100 people. There are things you can do to help cope with them: Keep taking the medicine, but tell your doctor if the side effects bother you or do not go away.
Serious side effects Serious side effects are rare, but stop taking lymecycline and call a doctor or call 111 now if: &bull; You have dark pee, the whites of your eyes turn yellow, or your skin turns yellow (this may be less obvious on brown or black skin) &ndash; this can be a sign of liver problems &bull; Your skin becomes very sensitive to the sun &bull; Serious allergic reaction. In rare cases, lymecycline may cause a serious allergic reaction (anaphylaxis).
These are not all the side effects of lymecycline. For a full list, see the leaflet inside your medicine packet.
Lymecycline and pregnancy Lymecycline is not recommended during pregnancy It can affect the teeth and bone development in your baby. Your doctor will be able to talk to you about prescribing a different antibiotic.
Lymecycline and breastfeeding Lymecycline is not one of the preferred antibiotics to use while you're breastfeeding. However, it might be OK to take. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist first.
We do not know how much lymecycline passes into breast milk. However, it is likely to be a small amount. It is best to use lymecycline for as short a time as possible when breastfeeding, ideally for no longer than 3 weeks.
There is a small chance that lymecycline can affect your baby's teeth and bone development when used for a long time. However, this is very unlikely to happen when babies have lymecycline through breast milk.
Contact your doctor, pharmacist, health visitor or midwife if: &bull; Your baby is not feeding as well as usual or has an upset stomach &bull; Your baby has a rash or oral thrush (a fungal infection in their mouth) &bull; You have any other concerns about your baby.
Cautions with other medicines There are some medicines that can affect how lymecycline works.
Tell your doctor if you're taking any of these medicines before starting lymecycline: Indigestion remedies (antacids) &bull; Medicines which contain aluminium, bismuth, calcium, iron, kaolin, magnesium or zinc &bull; Other antibiotics &bull; Quinapril, a medicine for high blood pressure or heart failure &bull; Acne medicines containing vitamin A, such as isotretinoin &bull; Warfarin, a medicine that helps prevent your blood from clotting &bull; Tablets that make you pee more (diuretics), such as furosemide &bull; Medicines for epilepsy like phenytoin or carbamazepine.
Mixing lymecycline with herbal remedies and supplements There's very little information about taking herbal remedies and supplements with lymecycline. They're not tested in the same way as pharmacy and prescription medicines. They're generally not tested for the effect they have on other medicines.
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SECTION_START: Ingredients The active substance is Iymecycline. Each capsule contains 408 mg of Iymecycline.&nbsp; The other ingredients may vary depending on the manufacturer of the capsules.
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SECTION_START: FAQs What form does Lymecycline come in? Lymecycline is typically prescribed in capsule form.
How should I take Lymecycline capsules? Swallow the capsules whole with water.
Can I take Lymecycline with food? Yes, you can take lymecycline with or without food.
How many capsules should I take each day? Follow your doctor's instructions regarding dosage, usually 1 or 2 capsules daily.
When should I take Lymecycline? Take the medication at the same time each day to establish a routine.
Should I use other acne treatments with Lymecycline? Yes, use any additional acne treatments prescribed by your doctor, typically creams or gels applied once daily, often before bedtime. SECTION_END: FAQs

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