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Is Dark Spots In Gum A Side Effect Of Minocycline Capsules?

Hello, I've been taking two minocycline 100 mg capsules daily for 3 weeks and have developed small dark spots on my gums and the skin inside of my mouth. Will these spots go away? If so, will it take longer than a year? I am not going to continue taking this because it is also making the joints in my hands hurt to the point where I have a hard time opening anything with a cap.
Fri, 4 Jul 2014
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Dentist,  's  Response
Hi,
Thanks for posting query,

This could be the result of side effect of the medication.
But still i would suggest you to consult to a Dentist and get a checkup done to see whether it is melanin pigmentation or something else.

Take care!
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Dentist,  Dr. Qazi Ammara's  Response
Hi,
Thanks for posting the query,

This could be due to the side effect of the medication.
Get a checkup done once.
Take lukewarm saline rinses at home.

Take care!
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Dentist, Orthodontics,  Dr. Swati Sharma's  Response
Minocycline intake may cause dark spots on your gums but these spots will disappear once you stop taking Minocycline.
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Is Dark Spots In Gum A Side Effect Of Minocycline Capsules?

Hi, Thanks for posting query, This could be the result of side effect of the medication. But still i would suggest you to consult to a Dentist and get a checkup done to see whether it is melanin pigmentation or something else. Take care!