Solodyn : Oral Antibiotic

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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 13, 2008

Pros:

Seems to FINALLY be working. I have been taking this med for roughly seven weeks. I was worried it wasn't going to work and actually thought about taking something else three weeks in. But, I stuck it out and I'm very thankful I did.

Cons:

Takes time - BE PATIENT!!!

I would highly recommend this medicine. I took this with Metrogel (redness) and it has really started working. I have very good insurance and also received a Rx card from my dermatologist for this medicine - so three months are absolutely free. I had perioral dermatitis (bad case) and this has really done the trick. Just be prepared to wait for results. Good luck! I'll try to write more when I'm done with my treatment (3 months @ 90mg day).
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April 11, 2008

Pros:

This was the miracle cure for my acne. I don't need to even worry about it anymore. No peeling, no dry skin, no irritation or redness. No annoying cream! Works quickly.

Cons:

Expensive.

I used to get large cystic pimples and standard whiteheads. On average, about two new white heads would pop up a day. I'd maybe get a cystic pimple every month. I had used Proactiv, Ziana, and Benzaclin, each for months at a time with no results. I was washing my face to the point where my skin was always dried out. I decided to see a dermatologist and he gave me Solodyn. Solodyn has pretty much completely cleared up my acne. My skin tone is evening out because the acne scars are fading and it's finally stopped peeling (Ziana did a number on it). I noticed results within the first week. After a month of usage the change has been dramatic.
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March 7, 2008

Pros:

I am almost 100% clear, now! My acne was not too bad before I took Solodyn, but now my skin just glows. I have not been experiencing any side effects and I have been on this for about 2 months.

Cons:

I am afraid that when I get of this medication, the acne will start back up again.

Doctors are coming real close to finding a cure for acne. This is a pretty good step in the right direction.
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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.
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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.
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October 30, 2007

Pros:

Have not had an inflammatory spot since starting Solodyn

Cons:

NONE that I can report.
It is expensive though. 499.00 for a 30 day supply. My insurance covers it. I would at least try it to see if it works and then try to get it covered.

I want to go out every night since my skin has cleared up. I saw results within two days. I still get small blemishes, but they are nothing compared to the inflamed monstrous things that ruin my weekends! I hope it continues to work. Still have to finish the 12 week regimen.
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September 20, 2007

Pros:

Cleared up skin, reduced acne dramatically, smoothed skin, no irritability, no noticable side-effects besides a little dry skin.

Cons:

None

I've used the 90mg Solodyn tablets every night for about 6 months. I've used Retin-A Micro (.1%) at night, and Benzaclin gel in the morning. My face has cleared up drammatically. I suffer from dry skin but nothing that a dab of moisturizer can't fix. If I miss a single night of not washing my face (I use Cetaphil) and putting on medication or taking Solodyn, there's usually a slight breakout in a day. So this is definitely a strict routine I have to keep up but it works for me. My Rx for Solodyn was free becasue of rebate slips my doctor gave me each time I've filled up.
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