When Antibiotics Leave a Mark: Minocycline‐Induced Hyperpigmentation

Clinical Case Reports 2026 Open access

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Authors: Clarissa Ting, Benjamin S. Daniel, Timothy M. O'Brien, Aaron J. Robinson
DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.72187
Cited by: 1
References: 15

Abstract

This article presents two patients with significant minocycline-induced hyperpigmentation, illustrating the diverse clinical manifestations across various body sites. Judicious use of minocycline and early recognition of its adverse effects are crucial to reduce the risk of irreversible hyperpigmentation in patients receiving this antibiotic.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Acne and Rosacea Treatments and Effects Dermatologic Treatments and Research melanin and skin pigmentation

Publication details

Journal / source
Clinical Case Reports
Publisher
Wiley
Volume
14
Issue
3
Pages
e72187–e72187
Publication date
28 February 2026
Language
EN