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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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December 23, 2011

Pros:

Non

Cons:

Didn't work, wasted 12 weeks on this not one improvement my skin got worse if anything

I know when you get prescribed a new antibiotic you go and research it and pray for it to be well reviewed and complimented, sadly doxy didn't work for me, however there is nothing to say it won't work for you, everyones different so try it out and don't let negative reviews put you down because you will never know until you try, end of
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December 15, 2011

Pros:

Works well when you find the correct dosage.

Cons:

Acne may return within weeks after you stop taking it.

If your insurance can handle it, this can be a cheap way of keeping your acne off your face.
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December 14, 2011

Pros:

- Clear up skin FAST

Cons:

- Nausea if not taken with medication
- Break out like crazy if you stop taking it

SO worth it, only $8 with insurance. You most definitely will get sick if you take it without eating, and you will break out with acne really bad if you stop taking it. Also, I would sometimes still get cystic acne around time for my period to begin. But all in all, doxycycline has been the BEST acne medication I've ever used. Also, I wash with Johnson and Johnson's Purpose facewash and exfoliate with Johnson and Johnson's Clean and Clear. Both are GREAT!
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December 9, 2011

Pros:

Cleared up acne fast
Started working right away, within a week

Cons:

nauseous when taken on an empty stomach
sun sensitvity
occasional yeast infections

Doxy works really great! I am worried about antibiotic resistance, but don't want to get off this drug, and my Dr. says I can stay on it for years. Hopefully that isn't the case. You must take this with food, and I've found I can take it within 1 - 1.5 hours of eating as well. But you must have something in your stomach or you will feel sick. Stay away from diary for the meal you're taking it with. I have moderate adult acne with sensitive skin, mainly around my chin. I've tried minocycline (took awhile to work). It cleared up my skin, but then I foolishly went off it, and thought I could maintain healthy skin with just chemical peels, and my acne came back full force 3 months later. I went on Doxy last June and love it. It seems to be the only thing that works for me. Now I wash every night with Obagi cleanser, use bp about once every two weeks, and apply Alyria Step 2 exfoliating cream right before bed. Alyria is a light glycolic acid exfoliant that is awesome for getting rid of acne scarring. Now I don't even need to go for regular light chemical peels - only about every 6 months. I have also tried laser treatment, but after one $$$ (!) treatment, I had recurring cold sores that I couldn't get rid of without a long course of Zovirax. (lasers stimulate the herpes virus - so beware!!). For those of you out there with acne, be patient! There are things that work. Doxy + exfoliating is one of them that worked really well for me. Cheers
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December 9, 2011

Pros:

-Improved complexion
-Decrease of acne

Cons:

-Chest pain if not enough water is drank
-Stomachache if taken without food

I was prescribed 100mg twice daily of Doxycycline for an infection. At the time I didn't know it was also an alternative use towards acne prevention until I looked in the mirror and noticed a lot of my pimples (that usually took ages to disappear) were gone within 3 days of treatment. There are signs of dry skin, so I apply a moisturizer before bed. Also maintaining a water-diet while on the treatment will also aid in dry skin. A lot has been spoken about stomach problems; I took as many precautionary steps towards preventing it, and one of the key tips is to buy a probiotic (live cultured yogurt or supplements) that have vital bacteria(s)--Bifdobacterium & Lactobacillus. If you're absolutely adamant on pursuing long-term treatment then I press for you to get a probiotic and take alternatively twice a day, 2 hrs before and after. This will replenish your digestion and help prevent diarrhea, stomach upset (which is induced by good bacteria deterioration caused by the antibiotics), and yeast infections. It will also help stabilize your body during the treatment so you don't suffer more serious problems after wards! That said, I'm not a doctor, so please seek advice before taking anything. Also, *eat with food*! If you're vomiting consistently or suffering pain without food, please listen to your body. It's giving you a clear message.
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December 6, 2011

Cons:

Hard on stomach, no difference in acne, moodiness

I used this product for a month because I was allergic to sulfa (Which unfortunately had started to help me). I see no difference in my skin. It got worse (thinking it was going to surface my pimples and then get better)...it never got better. It made me very nauseous and I think it also affected my moods. If you google it in relation to depression it does list examples.
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December 6, 2011

Pros:

clears up skin to an extent

Cons:

cant take pill forever
Breakout after stopping it

Its works pretty good once you're on it, however you cant stay on it forever. Once you get off you you will most likely have breakouts again. The negative side effects outweigh the benefits of any antibiotic
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December 5, 2011

Pros:

Stops new cysts from developing, even after 2 years of taking this.

Cons:

WILL cause nausea unless taken with food. I know it says don't take with food, but believe me, it still works and you won't feel nauseous.

Will cause breakouts if you stop using it. I did for a while. Worst decision of my life.

Use it. Nothing is worse than a giant cyst that doesnt go away for a month. YOU MUST TAKE IT EXACTLY AS DIRECTED for it to work. My dosage was 100mg twice a day, but I lazed off and usually only took it once before bed for about 6 months. Didn't do anything. Prom came up in a few weeks and I took the correct dosage. After 2 weeks...what a difference.
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December 5, 2011

Pros:

Reduces inflammation for cystic acne.
Cheap.
Fast working (2-3 weeks)

Cons:

Some side effects (nausea, etc) - but only when not taken properly i.e., with food, and sitting up.

Started using Doxycycline when I experienced side effects from Monocycline antibiotics. My acne was severe with very large and painful cysts on my forehead and it rapidly improved after just a few weeks. My skin is now (almost) blemish free :) Only downside is that I'm scared to go off them and my prescription runs out in a month.
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December 5, 2011

Pros:

No Side Effects
Cheap

Cons:

Takes a while to work

So I've been taking this for a couple days and I haven't really noticed any results yet (my acne is moderately bad) But I havent had any side effects. I take it every night right before I go to bed and I have no nausea or anything
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