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[Minocycline-induced hyperpigmentation]

S Karrer¹, R M Szeimies, A Pfau

¹Dermatologische Klinik und Poliklinik, Universität Regensburg.

Der Hautarzt; Zeitschrift Fur Dermatologie, Venerologie, Und Verwandte Gebiete

|May 5, 1998

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Minocycline therapy can cause skin pigmentation, a common adverse effect. This report details two cases of minocycline-induced hyperpigmentation, including successful laser treatment for one patient.

Area of Science:

Dermatology
Pharmacology

Background:

Minocycline, a tetracycline antibiotic, is widely used for various infections and inflammatory conditions.
Cutaneous pigmentation is a recognized, albeit uncommon, adverse effect associated with minocycline treatment.

Observation:

Two patients presented with distinct patterns of hyperpigmentation attributed to minocycline therapy.
A 54-year-old patient developed facial black pigmentation after 3 years of minocycline for lung silicosis.
A 49-year-old patient experienced grey-black hyperpigmentation on lower legs after 6 months of minocycline for folliculitis.

Findings:

Minocycline-induced hyperpigmentation can manifest in different clinical and histological forms.
The patient with leg hyperpigmentation showed successful resolution following Q-switched ruby laser treatment.

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This suggests laser therapy as a potential treatment option for minocycline-induced skin discoloration.

Implications:

Highlights the importance of recognizing minocycline-induced hyperpigmentation as a potential side effect.
Demonstrates the efficacy of Q-switched ruby laser treatment for resolving minocycline-induced skin pigmentation.
Informs dermatologists and clinicians about a treatable adverse effect of a commonly prescribed antibiotic.