Infections

Leprosy

(Hansen's disease)

About Leprosy

Leprosy is an infectious disease that causes skin sores and nerve damage that leads to numbness and muscle weakness. Despite how it's thought of in popular culture, Leprosy is not very contagious, and it's usually treatable with antibiotic medications. If you have leprosy and take your medications as instructed, you are not contagious.

Source: National Library of Medicine
Symptoms of Leprosy
  • Skin sores
  • Numbness
  • Muscle weakness

All Medications for Leprosy

  • Solodyn
    (minocycline)
    Prescription only

    Solodyn (minocycline) is effective in treating a variety of bacterial infections such as acne, but it can cause permanent tooth staining, especially in an unborn baby and those who are age 8 or younger.

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    • Available dosage forms:
    • Pill
    • Extended-release pill

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