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Brrrrrrr, WI

I want to let everyone know about Minocycline & what happened to my daughter.... Minocycline is a low-dose antibiotic and can be used to treat SKIN problems, so 3 years ago my daughter started taking it. She slowly developed symptoms that can mimic an autoimmune response, similar to Lupus & Fibromyalgia!! So, she had been getting worse & worse over the past 3 yrs; she & I feared she was getting Fibro! Her skin would hurt randomly, she was having nerve pain, joint pain, fatigue, etc... One… read more

May 4, 2018
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Members responded with gratitude and relief to a warning about Minocycline, a low-dose antibiotic that caused one member's daughter to develop... Read more

Members responded with gratitude and relief to a warning about Minocycline, a low-dose antibiotic that caused one member's daughter to develop severe autoimmune-like symptoms over three years before she connected the medication to her joint pain, nerve pain, and fatigue. Several members shared their own experiences, including one who declined the medication when offered, another whose pharmacy flagged potentially dangerous drug interactions, and a former dermatology nurse who noted these reactions are rare but real. A recurring theme was the vital importance of being your own health advocate by carefully reading medication pamphlets, using the same pharmacy to catch interactions, and immediately investigating any new symptoms that arise after starting a prescription.

A MyFibroTeam Member

This is what this site is all about. You shared this information and just think how many people you can reach. Thank you so much for sharing. Knowledge is power. I am so happy that your daughter figured it out and is now being treated and doing better. Big gentle hugs!!

May 4, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

So happy you shared the info! I have fibro but i never took that as i am allergic!! Be care of steroid prednisone i was on it for a year and it caused enlarged heart and other issues in bladder. While it is a wonder drug be careful how long she takes it!
Didnt work for me!

May 5, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member so thankful that your daughter was able to make that connection. It is so difficult especially when feeling bad, not to just reach out for another pain med to take on top of the others!
I've not heard of that medication, but it's obviously available to many. Thank you for sharing. I wish your daughter every success and good health. I praise God for his wonderful blessing of wisdom 💗

May 5, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member I’m so glad your daughter found out what it was nanner boo, and she is doing much better, thank God! I haven’t heard of that medication before but thank you for informing people! I hate that there is so many side affects with medication, it’s really scary if we are not careful. You take care, much love and hugs, God bless 🙏🏻🤗😘❤️🙌🏻✝️🌷

May 4, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

Thank you everyone for your well wishes! I appreciate that very much. I'm sure my daughter will be okay & feel much happier. Love & Hugs to you all!! 💖😙🤗

May 7, 2018

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