Utah Master Esthetician Practice Exam

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What is minocycline classified as?

Antibiotic
Photosensitive drug
Analgesic
Antifungal

The correct answer is: Photosensitive drug

Minocycline is classified as an antibiotic. It is a member of the tetracycline class of antibiotics and is primarily used to treat bacterial infections. This medication works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, which helps to stop the growth of bacteria, making it effective for various infections, including those of the skin such as acne. While minocycline can have photosensitivity as a side effect, which means it can cause an increased sensitivity to sunlight, it does not make it a photosensitive drug in classification. Other categories, like analgesics and antifungals, refer to different therapeutic classes that do not apply to minocycline. Understanding that minocycline's primary function is as an antibiotic helps clarify its role in treatment protocols, particularly in dermatology.