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Oral Antibiotic
Efficacy
56%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
Note: Should never be used on its own and for a maximum of 3 months.
Oral Antibiotic
Acne.org’s Real World Take
Antibiotics should be used for a maximum of 3 months, provide only moderate benefit and only to some people, and may lead to side effects and strains of resistant bacteria. Studies do show doxycycline can reduce severe acne in the short term, and as far as oral antibiotics are concerned, it’s usually the go-to, but approach with caution and stay your own advocate.
Oral Antibiotic
How to Get It
Have a dermatologist? Make an appointment to get this medication. Don't have a dermatologist? See The American Academy of Dermatology Physician Database to find one.
Used Doxycycline? Rate It:
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January 9, 2009
I've been taking two 100mg pills a day for the past few months. Within the first week, my acne completely stopped--now I get only one or two new zits every few weeks. Before this, I had up to a dozen new white heads a day, plus a cyst or two every week. Truly the miracle drug for me.
January 8, 2009
Pros:
Cheap, easy to take
Cons:
Must take with food
Have not seen much of a difference yet but it's cheap so I stay on it hopefully something will change soon!
January 7, 2009
Pros:
Cleared up my face incredibly well; Easy and quick to consume; No side effects; Results are AMAZING if you're patient and use it faithfully
Cons:
Requires a lot of patience since it took about 6 weeks for it to make an incredible difference; My back acne hasn't improved much; I'll probably eventually become resistant to it; Antibiotics aren't too healthy for you
First of all, I want to make it clear that I'm taking Doryx. It's the same thing as Doxycycline except it helps reduce side effects such as nausea. I suffered from moderately severe acne covering my face and upper back for about 6 months and it has been really depressing and embarrassing. I finally visited a dermatologist and he prescribed me with Doryx 150 Mg tablets along with Differin 0.3% gel (I contribute my great results with Doryx.) At first I was skeptical about taking antibiotics but I figured it was worth a shot. I didn't notice much of a difference for the first few weeks however, my acne was slowly and gradually disappearing. But I stayed patient and continued to use it faithfully and consistently. When I made it to my sixth week, my face cleared up amazingly! It seemed like a miracle! I'm so happy and grateful that I went through with this! My face has improved so much! I still have to continue using it because my dermatologist said so. There is hope! Don't be skep
October 16, 2008
Pros:
I have very bad back acne. I stopped having new breakouts after 3-4 days of taking it. My back has progressively been getting better. I am on my 5th week.
Cons:
The first week, I had dry mouth and was very dehydrated. I was also very lethargic and needed to go to bed very early. During my 3rd, 4th, and 5th week, I have been having really bad constipation and I am still lethargic.
It works but I am not sure if I am going to continue taking it. The price for taking it is just way too much considering it's just back acne that no one sees. My doc wants me to be on this for a whole year. I don't think so.
September 22, 2008
Pros:
I was getting a lot of big blind cyst type pimples and after about three weeks they have cleared up.
Cons:
I’m still breaking out but not as bad as I was before the medication.
I have been only taking the medcation for three weeks so Ive got my fingers crossed that my skin will claer up in the next few months.
September 11, 2008
Pros:
Seems to even out skin tone, skin appears fresher and less red for the most part. It hasn't given me any side effects such as nausea, however I do avoid milk products.
Cons:
Has not really helped my pimples, still have acne but i've only been using this for one month and apparently you have to wait 3 months to see any great achievements.
This is a good inexpensive acne treatment. I'd tried all sorts of products from the chemist, and treatments I'd found on the internet such as zinc cream, calamine lotion, honey, toothpaste. None of it worked. I finally went to my doctor who prescribed me with this (50mg a day) and also a topical gel called Duac. I also wash my face with L'Oreal Pure Zone and use the toner and moisturizer. I used to use Cetaphil which is another great product for sensitive skin. After 2 months I'll leave more feedback. It should be noted that I'm 22 and suffer from adult acne which is mainly around my chin and mouth, and I believe that this is not due to anything hormonal.
August 14, 2008
Pros:
Few side effects apart from occasionally loose stool
Cons:
Used to get pimples on my chin only, now I am breaking out all over my face! :/
I'm on a low dose of Frakas.. maybe I need to 'up the anti' no pun intended??
April 15, 2008
Pros:
im lookin hella sexy again! only took a week.
Cons:
skin peels hella for bout 3 days so u cant leave da crib
it works hella fast, within a week i found i had no more acne on my face. use it on a friday n stay in all weekend, get a good moisterizer, i use chepitphil or some thin, n a good oil free lotion, and in about a week u will have your sexy back!!
March 29, 2008
Pros:
Will help to clear up mild forms of acne or acne that is not very persistent. For me,it was most effective as a preventative measure. It cleared up some of my acne and kept the left side of my face clear. Also, gives skin a beautiful, sandy texture.
Cons:
Doesn't necessarily clear your skin, especially if you have persistent and/or severe acne. Only works on the bacteria part of breakouts leaving oily skin to fend for itself. Also, it will make you nauseous. I would take it after dinner.
If you have stubborn acne, don't get your hopes up. It will help somewhat, but in no way will it totally clear you up. For those of you who escape hardcore acne and simply have some flare-ups, this will definitely do the job for you. Also, as I mentioned above, it really does make the texture/color of your skin look beautiful. Though I still have breakouts on the right side of my face and forehead, the left side looks absolutely fantastic.
January 17, 2008
i was just put on doxycycline a week ago and iam already starting clear up. the first couple days i started to get worse but it got better as days went by. now my face is almost completely clear.
Pros:
Completely stopped the formation of all new acne; literally started working within days; insanely cheap