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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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August 16, 2008

Pros:

gets rid of most of my acne

Cons:

if i take it on an empty stomach i throw up, but if i take it with food it seems to be less effective...

I find the best way to take it is with 3-4 saltine crackers and a big glass of water. I also use PanOxyl foaming acne wash
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August 14, 2008

Pros:

Improvement began to show within the first two weeks, positive effects lasted for about 10 months, drastically reduced the follicular hyperkeratinization that causes my acne

Cons:

sun sensitivity, horrendous nausea if not taken with meals, loses effectiveness eventually

Because this is an antibiotic, I had anticipated that it would stop working so well after a while...and I was correct (my acne is back in full swing as of one month ago), but for the near year that it worked, I was very impressed. I still had regular breakouts, but the difference it made was vital in restoring my confidence. If only I could count on it to work continuously. I believe I have had my success, but it's time to move on to Accutane! Good luck to doxy-goers; I hope for the best of results and it undoubtedly improved my condition.
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August 13, 2008

Pros:

Very inexpensive, after taking 100 mgs per day, I noticed that I didn't have any new pimples which is saying alot!

Cons:

Take it on a full stomach or nausea will hit you.

I am a 32 year old African American woman. I was diagnosed with PCOS 11 years ago. I have tried everything under the sun both OTC and prescription to no avail. I went to a new dermatologist and she asked all of the right answers. Turns out my acne is hormonal. She put me on YAZ birth control, 100 mg of doxycycline per day, and Benzaclin. My normal daily routine included waking up about 10 minutes earlier than need be just to pop any new pimples that erupted overnight. I have only been using the doctors regimen for 2 days and I haven't had any new pimples. I know for some people that isn't saying much but for me it gives me hope that her method just may work. I have been suffering with acne for 18 years now so I know how hopeless having acne can be. I plan on blogging next Wednesday to give a review of any improvement that I see.
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August 13, 2008

Pros:

Cleared my acne up

Cons:

Get very very dizzy at times. Burns ur throat if you take it before bed.

Pretty goo :)
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August 7, 2008

Pros:

No real side effects, apart from a headache in the early days.

Cons:

My Doctor initially had me on 50mg once a day. I complained, citing I thought 50mg twice a day would give better results.

Please consult your Doctor regarding taking a higher dose - for me it was beneficial

Impressed! Works better than Minocyline did. Drinking a lot of water and eating healthy helps too.
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August 2, 2008

Pros:

Reduces inflammation wonderfully. Controls acne. Cheap.

Cons:

Causes nausea if taken on empty stomach.

This medicine will not completely eliminate acne. However, I have been on it for about 16 days and i have not gotten one inflamed pimple. Just small whiteheads right on the surface. I take it in addition to a topical antibiotic and the combination has done wonders. My skin is by no means perfect but i am ecstatic with the results so far.
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July 29, 2008

Pros:

- I think it cleared up acne in some areas
- Very inexpensive if you get generic

Cons:

- Has some side effects
- Not sure if it is really working

I'm taking 100 MG 1x a day for 30 days with the topicals Differin and Benzaclin. I've seen positive results, but I think the creams are mostly responsible, not the pills. My concern with antibiotics is that they often work somewhat, and then when you stop taking them, the acne comes back with a vengeance. At least that's been the case with past antibiotics. Hopefully it does not occur with these little blue pills. Some people get side effects like vomiting and stomach aches. I was queasy the first day but after that side effects were not noticeable aside from mild dry eye. I don't take the pills with food.
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July 26, 2008

Pros:

cleared up cystic acne, unclogged nose pores, skin was de-congested, cleared up a terrible breakout I had in february

Cons:

pain to remember to take
hard to remember to take it in mornings when, msde me nausous (sp) and I often threw up in school, running late
annoying to have to take pills, pretty strong

eat something with it, and if you do you shouldn't feel it, it's a good backup acne fighter I dont recall any flare ups after taking the pill (i get this stuff free from my mom)
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July 20, 2008

Pros:

Starting to help clear up my face, I haven't had a breakout since I've started on it.

Cons:

The first time I used it, I took it without food and it made me sick. Be sure to take it when you eat.

I've been using Doxycycline for almost 3 weeks and have already noticed results. My acne is slowly clearing up and I haven't had a breakout since I started taking it. I already have very fair skin that burns very easily, so I'm fine with remembering to put on sunscreen when I'm outdoors. I'm using it with Proactiv and Differin, and with all 3 working together, I'm good so far. :D
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July 17, 2008

Pros:

Reduced the amount of cystic acne and painful swelling. Reduced redness.

Cons:

Still have bumps where the pimples were. Stomach ache.

My skin is much better since I started taking it again. I was on 100mg 2x day for about three months and had no more acne, but had to change doctors due to ins. and acne came back when I ran out of refills. I've been on it for about three weeks and the painful lumps and redness is much better. I still have blackheads. I think I need additional treatment such as topical gels.
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