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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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September 25, 2009

Pros:

Been using for almost two weeks. Minor results. Less painful acne. Still have 2 weeks before I see real results

Cons:

Minor stomach pains witin the first week. And a constant feeling of having to use the bathroom. My body got used to the Ned in one week.

I am a medical assistant at a dermatologist office most topical prescriptions do not wrk on patients. Same in my case. Some ppl need to be treated from the inside out. I'm also using retin a microgel it's working out for me so far.
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September 22, 2009

Pros:

It didn't do anything for me, literally.

Cons:

At first my stomach would hurt right after I took it. I don't feel that anymore.

People have different kinds of acne, and I don't think mine is bacterial.
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September 18, 2009

Pros:

Worked quickly

Cons:

Acne returned after I stopped taking the meds.

I took this med for reasons other than acne. After 3 days or so, my guy friends started telling me how nice my face was looking. He didn't know I was on meds. I still had the scars of course, but no cyst or new pimles and such. YOU MUST EAT SOMETHING AT LEAST 10 MINS BEFORE TAKING PILL!!!! I got my prescription filled at walmart, (no insurance) for $6.00.
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September 18, 2009

Pros:

Price (very affordable) and the fact that like other tetracycline derivatives it does function as an anti-inflammatory when taken for the duration.

Cons:

Does not totally stop breakouts. Very strict with "no dairy" because of the chemical nature, unlike minocycline which is not very dairy sensitive.

Worth a try if Minocycline didn't work for you.
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September 16, 2009

Pros:

it does helps

Cons:

not very effective. still experience breakouts. but minor ones.

clears the skin!
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September 16, 2009

Pros:

Simple and effective. I have been prescribed two 100mg pills a day and overall it has worked consistently, clearing and calming skin.

Cons:

Doesn't completely clear skin.I fear that it may be slowing and stop working. Can cause a really serious upset stomach (you aren't supposed to take it within an hour of eating if you can). Legitimate sensitivity to sunlight.

It has worked for me. I have had a really serious combination between stress and diet and naturally bad skin, but doxy has worked well for me. I had a really horrible outbreak that just got worse and worse with all the meds that I was being prescribed, but after I stopped using those (tetronin cream in particular; it was disgusting looking) and stayed on the pills I saw my skin get much much better. Though my face isn't totally clear and I question how it will continue to work, I would definitely reccommend it. Doxy may cause upset stomachs, but if you take it long enough you get used to it. Initially taking it on an empty stomach could make you really sick feeling, but I eventually got used to it. It makes me nervous though taking it anytime too near to when I eat because I think it may work less effectively.
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September 16, 2009

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I have noticed that the size of cyst have lowered alot. Have been having less and less breakouts a week.

Cons:

Face is very sensitive to the sun. Upset stomach when not taken with food.

I have used this product for about 3 months before. I was clear of acne for an entire summer with very few breakouts here and there but no new cyst. About a few weeks ago when summer was ending and school was starting up, I started notcing cyst forming around my left cheek. I immediately went to my physician to renew my presriciption to doxycycline. Since I have been using doxy again about 2 weeks ago I noticed that those cyst have lowered since then. I still experience breakouts here and there but nothing but nothing as bad. I still suffer from new acne but cysts have decreseased since renewing my prescription. I also suffer from scars left from the cyst but have noticed a slight imporvement. Overall i suggest using this antibiotic if you are experiencing cystic acne. If it doesnt work immediately, just wait it out and you will start seeing improvements the more consistint u are with the medication
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September 12, 2009

Pros:

minimize acne.

Cons:

you will see the result after 1 week of using it.

it is very cheap.
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September 10, 2009

Pros:

Clears up all acne

Cons:

I didn't have any serious side effects. The worst was a tingly feeling in my hands and sensitivity to hot and cold things on my hands.

If you're interested in, and determined to have clear skin. This will work despite the side effects, everyone has a different reaction, but the bottom line is that it will clear your skin
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September 5, 2009

Pros:

worked in the beginning (first few weeks) then regressed

Cons:

if u take a pill even a little late you will regain some bumps and or redness

works in the beginning and you can see results fast but stops working after a few months
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