Solodyn : Oral Antibiotic

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3.2
354 Reviews

Active Ingredient:
Minocycline hydrochloride.

Inactive Ingredients:
Lactose monohydrate NF, hypromellose type 2910 USP, magnesium stearate NF, colloidal silicon dioxide NF, and carnauba wax NF.

The 45 mg tablets also contain:
Lactose monohydrate NF, hypromellose type 2910 USP, titanium dioxide USP, triacetin USP, and iron oxide black JPE. The 65 mg tablets also contain Opadry II Blue which contains: hypromellose type 2910 USP, lactose monohydrate NF, FD&C Blue #1, polyethylene glycol 3350 NF, FD&C Blue #2, titanium dioxide USP, triacetin USP, and D&C Yellow #10.

90 mg tablets also contain:
Hypromellose type 2910 USP, lactose monohydrate NF, titanium dioxide USP, iron oxide yellow NF, polyethylene glycol 3350 NF, and triacetin USP.

115 mg tablets also contain:
Hypromellose type 2910 USP, lactose monohydrate NF, D&C Yellow #10, triacetin USP, FD&C Blue #1, titanium dioxide USP, and FD&C Blue #2.

135 mg tablets also contain:
Hypromellose type 2910 USP, lactose monohydrate NF, titanium dioxide USP, polyethylene glycol 3350 NF, iron oxide red NF, and triacetin USP.

The list of ingredients above is provided for informational purposes only. Always check the actual product label in your possession for the most accurate ingredient information due to product changes or upgrades that may not yet be reflected on our web site.

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April 16, 2009

Pros:

It decreases redness and irritation in the skin. I'm currently using it with Brevoxyl-4 and I'm not seeing much of a difference but it prevents any other breakouts. It works better if you take it around the same time everyday, and be consistent.

Cons:

Works kinda SLOOOW.

My dermatologist gave me this prescription and it isn't as great as I thought it would be. It's only been about a month I've been using it, and he said I would see 75% clearing in my skin. Actually, I've seen probably 10%, and that's me being positive =/ I've seen some blackheads around my nose area that I've never had? Weird. IDK, I'll work it out for another month. From the other reviews, it seems to work if you're taking it properly and with a good exfoliator or somethin'.
April 14, 2009

Pros:

i am in my teens and i started taking solodyn about a week ago (135 mg) i have noticed the redness has gone away and my forehead feels much smoother. A great product im using now is called Epiduo, along with the solodyn im seeing great results.

Cons:

dizziness

solodyn by itself does not seem to help but with topical creams i am seeing results.
January 10, 2009

Pros:

i didnt break out as much as i use to. i would recommend not going more than 2 days without it cuz i went 5 days and i break out like crazy. now im back and its clearing up....im happy now ! ! !

Cons:

did break out two weeks in to it....i think i should wait at least 3 months...to see more results. i do feel tire. and i am not sure if i ever have to pay the regular cost for it cuz 585 its just too much....but a clear face its worth every penny!!!

really happy with this product....i guess you have to try it for yourself and always have a positive additude about your acne. it always goes away...nothing last forever. BE PATIENT !!
October 30, 2008

Pros:

None =[

Cons:

This acutally made my face break out worse than it ever has before. By acne was always mild, but i was looking to improve it, and this product just made it worse!!! I also found myself feeling tired alot...

Wouldn't reccommend it
April 11, 2008

Pros:

I've only been using Solodyn for 4 days and I have already completely cleared up. Also, taking it only once a day is great.

Cons:

About an hour after taking this medication I feel absolutely terrible. Headache, fatigue, nausea, dizziness.

Since I've only been using Solodyn for a few days now I'm hoping that the negative side effects are going to go away (and SOON!!). I don't really know what is worse, how I feel on this medicine, or the acne. I think if the headaches continue for much longer I will have to fine something else, which is a shame because I think this is really helping my skin.
April 4, 2008

Pros:

Didn't make my skin worse

Cons:

Didn't help at all; also my insurance wouldn't cover, and cost at Costco (cheapest pharmacy around here) was $546. for a 30-day supply!! (Solodyn manufacturer wouldn't honor "free" card after the 1st month's supply, due to my insurance deductible...)

If it would've helped at all, I would've been willing to pay whatever it cost (within reason). I took it daily/faithfully for 2 months and I didn't see any improvement at all! (for treatment of pustules)
February 19, 2008

Pros:

Works very well. Cleared my face quickly. No problem with cost because my insurance covers most of it.

Cons:

Didnn't clear my back acne. Still taking this medication. It's been over 6 months. Recently had a dosage increase to try to help. I'm always tired no energy. I always feel like throwing up but I never do. Better taken with food.My lips are darker

You have to give it a chance to work. It does work. I heven't come off of it yet, so I don't know if the acne returns or stays away.
January 30, 2008

Pros:

Seems to be working.

Cons:

None yet.

Used it for 2 weeks. So far it's working well. Skin not too dry and a noticable differance in my face. Hope it keeps working this well. Cost could be a issue. $500.00 retail. Got the rebate card from my derm. Between that and my inssurance, only payed $25.00.
January 16, 2008

Pros:

It worked for for about two weeks

Cons:

After those two weeks, my skin got severely dry and broke out even worse than before I had started taking the medication.

Don't use this product. I doesnt have lasting effects and ends up making your skin worse.
January 14, 2008

Pros:

Cleared up skin quickly but my cystic acne is very moderate.

Cons:

Dry skin but no other cons.

I use this product in conjunction with Azalex and Differen. I have had moderate cystic acne on my chin for about 2 years and this worked immediately. I don't know if it is a fluke but right now I'm happy. This cost $447 but my insurance covered it and I only paid $9. If I didn't have insurance I'm not sure I would pay for this out of pocket even with the good results.