Divaine 100mg Injection

Divaine 100mg Injection is a broad spectrum antibiotic from the tetracycline class. It contains Minocycline. It is commonly used to treat many bacterial infections including skin infections, respiratory tract infections and other susceptible bacterial infections.

Uses of Divaine 100mg Injection:

• Respiratory tract infections
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Urinary tract infections

How does Divaine 100mg Injection work?

Minocycline prevents aminoacyl-tRNA from attaching to the ribosome by attaching to the 30S ribosomal subunit of the bacterial cells. This has a bacteriostatic effect by preventing synthesis of proteins by the bacteria.

How to Use & Dosage

The administration method is intravenous (IV). The dose depends on the type and severity of infection.

It is usually given at a clinic or hospital. If you are prescribed this medicine at home, you will be shown how to prepare and give this medicine. Use exactly as directed.

Take your prescription drug regularly. Never take your prescription more often than prescribed. If you start feeling better, keep taking all of your medicines as directed. Do not stop taking your medication early or miss any doses.

Used syringes and needles should be put in a sharps container that you keep for this purpose. Don’t throw them in the trash can. If you don’t have a sharps container, call your care team or pharmacist to get one.

Possible Side Effects:

• Dizziness
• Tingling
• Muscle weakness
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Skin Rash
• Itching
• Diarrhea
• Kidney Damage

Safety Advise:

🫁 Lungs

It is not known if Divaine Injection is safe for people who have lung problems. Please ask your healthcare provider.

🫀 Liver

It is not known if Divaine Injection is safe to use in liver problems. Please talk to your healthcare provider.

🩺 Kidney

Safety of Divaine Injection in kidney impaired patients is unknown. Discuss with your healthcare provider.

🤰 Pregnancy

Divaine should only be used during pregnancy if clearly needed. Please talk to your healthcare provider.

🤱 Breast Feeding

Divaine may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Discuss with your healthcare provider.

Storage Instructions:

Store below 25°C. Keep out of the light. Do not use if particles are present, or the solution is discolored.

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