Joint Formulary & PAD

Minocycline - Non-acne dermatological indications

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Status 1

Red
Formulations :
  • Modified release tablets
  • Tablets
Associated Icons :
BNF SPC
R
Restrictions / Comments :
Important
Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines or specialist microbiology recommendation.

PAD Profile

ChemicalSubstance :
Minocycline
Indication :
Non-acne dermatological indications
Group Name :
Keywords :
Antibiotic, Antibacterial, folliculitis decalvans, rosacea, pyoderma gangrenosum, bullous pemphigoid, vitiligo,
Brand Names Include :
Acnamino, Minocin MR, Aknemin
Important Information :
Latest Additions Date From :
Latest Additions Date To :
Guidelines :
Supporting Documents :
1

Other Indications

Below are listed other indications that Minocycline is used to treat.

Other Drugs

Below are listed other drugs that are used to treat Non-acne dermatological indications.

  • No records returned.

Committee Recommendations (1)

The Surrey and North West Sussex Area Prescribing Committee recommends minocycline for non-acne related dermatological indications, noting that there is limited supporting evidence data available and there are concerns about serious side effects for minocycline. (February 2019 APC).

Minocycline for non-acne related dermatology indications will be considered RED on the traffic light system.