Summary: Minocycline is a tetracycline antibiotic. I discuss pharmacology, adverse effects, and drug interactions. <br> <br> <br> <br> Minocycline can cause sun sensitivity. Be sure to educate patients about this risk. <br> <br> <br> <br> Metal cations like iron, zinc, calcium, and magnesium can bind minocycline and reduce the oral absorption of the medication.<br> <br> <br> <br> Tooth discoloration is a possible adverse effect if minocycline is given to pediatric patients. I discuss it further in this episode.
