Dosage and strength
For acne, you'll usually take 1 capsule of lymecycline once a day, usually in the morning. Each capsule contains 408mg of lymecycline.
When you take it for infections, follow your doctor or pharmacist's instructions.
How to take lymecycline
Always swallow the capsule whole, along with a full glass of water, while sitting or standing, as it's important the capsule does not get stuck in your throat as it could cause irritation. For this reason, do not take the capsules just before you go to bed.
You can take this medicine with or without food. But you're less likely to feel sick if you have it with food.
Important
Carry on taking this medicine until the course is completed, even if you feel better.
If you stop your treatment early, your problem could come back.
If you forget to take it
If you forget to take your medicine, take it as soon as you remember, unless it's nearly time for your next dose. In this case, just leave out the missed dose and take your next dose at the usual time.
Never take an extra dose to make up for a forgotten one. And never take 2 doses at the same time.
If you forget doses often, you could set an alarm to remind you. You can also ask your pharmacist for advice on other ways to remember to take your medicines.
If you take too much
Taking an extra dose of lymecycline is unlikely to cause any harm. Speak to your pharmacist or doctor if you're worried or you take more than 1 extra dose.