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Doxycycline is an oral antibiotic that works by fighting bacteria in the body, including in the skin, and also reduces inflammation. It should...

Doxycycline is an oral antibiotic that works by fighting bacteria in the body, including in the skin, and also reduces inflammation. It should be used only short term (max. 3 months).

It is usually prescribed at a dose of 50 to 100 mg once or twice per day.

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November 1, 2007

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i have seen that my back is cleared up pretty good but my chest didnt really clear up

Cons:

stomach cramps

it wont make your acne worse, but your stomach will be in pain
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October 30, 2007

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ummm it seemed to be working a little

Cons:

It make you REALLY SICK. if taken on an empty stomache.

i took it and thought well i will eat after i take this... so i added a littke bit of food after i took it and bam! everything came up..it was scary. I hate throwing up. I think iam gona go back to minocycline. Doxy has too many restrictions! minocycline you can just take it and be done...Doxy... you will prob get sick as ever! Next time i will listen when they say "don't take on empty stomache" just did not work for me.
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October 26, 2007

Pros:

Works great after 3 weeks of use. Does make you burn sensitive, but actually allowed me to tan better!

Cons:

Acne came back within 2 weeks of going off Doxy after both times I used it. Does caused some nausea at first, but got better.

may work, but still come back when done. i don't know how to get rid of this stuff on my face.
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October 25, 2007

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is used to kill bacteria, and seems to be working well.

Cons:

makes you very nauscious if not taken after a meal :/

I have severe cystic acne and I've been taking 2 100mg of this a day for about a week and have already seen a 50% improvement in my existing acne. On top of that, i have had barely any new breakouts. I have only been taking the doxycycline and washing my face with noxema cream clenser twice a day and it has helped. I feel more confident and overall happy. It doesnt hurt anymore to move my face or smile. I hope this will completely clear me... there is hope! :)
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October 25, 2007

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I've seen great improvements in my acne after taking about 80 pills over the last several months (2 per day). In fact, my back and face are now practically clear of acne. The redness in my face is also going away.

Cons:

Makes me very nauseous if I don't drink at least 2 bottles of water and 2 pieces of bread with the pill. It is extremely important to drink and eat prior to and after taking the pill. Otherwise, watch out the stomach ache is intense.

If taken correctly, this medicine will eventually work and clear up stubborn acne; especially for adult acne. It is important NOT to go out in the sun without sunscreen protection. This medicine will cause your skin to burn extremely fast and has been known to cause blisters on toes and hands.
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October 21, 2007

Pros:

Very affordable. Very few side effects if taken correctly.

Cons:

NONE

PLEASE READ THIS before you get discouraged reading negative comments about doxycycline. I too was very hesitant about taking Doxy until I decided to try it for myself. I take 100 mg. 1x daily and my skin looks wonderful!!! Here are some tips on taking Doxy without suffering from nasty side effects: 1) Always take after a full meal and lots of water!! 2) try taking it the same time everyday. 3) For women- eat lots of cultures (yogurt) to prevent yeast infections. 4) Have a positive attitude and remember that there is NO cure for acne...this just helps to keep your acne from getting worse and to calm some existing acne. My skin is honestly about 75% better. Oh and using a topical like benzoyl peroxide/retin a micro/ duac really helps to accelerate the healing of acne. Getting biweekly detoxifying facials really really help too!!!
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October 20, 2007

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started to clear back, shoulders, chest but as soon as i went off returned to normal

Cons:

didnt clear face for me

hey id say try it. it might work for you and it only cost me $4 new zealand.
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October 20, 2007

Pros:

Works well if taken as directed and results seen just after a few days.

Cons:

Major nausea is felt if taken on an empty stomach, and you have to drink alot of water with this medication

This works, my face has cleared up w/ in 3 weeks, and i had moderate acne. Still get occassionaly white heads, but no more of the ugly red, painful break outs that leave scars. Worth the try, and it is covered by insurance.
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October 18, 2007

Pros:

this stuff is great at first it wasn't working but now its like magic..give it sometime..

Cons:

if u don't eat stomach hurts.if u get off it acne could come back..im off it but i actaully don't have acne come out often anymore.

i had severe acne who would have though this stuff works i recommended this product to anyone ask ur doctor.
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October 17, 2007

Pros:

It helped minimize the pimples but not completely clear them, although i'm still waiting for the full effect, also on erythromycin which helps but can dry out skin sometimes.

Cons:

i dont know if its because of the medicine, but i know have mild scarring so i've been using retrinal which is helping.

i would try it. it helps and if you have mild acne it is worth a shot
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