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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.
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August 16, 2009
Cons:
If u take on a empty stomach, yr prolly gunna feel nasusea. I feel a little dizzy everytime i take it in the morning because i cant take it with diary and cereal is the quickest and easiest thing in the morning.
Try it out. I hear it doesnt work for some people and i hear it works miracles for others. Havnt been on it long buh no complaints yet. My dermo perscribed me with Epiduo to use as well. That works amazing. After a feel days my face was almost completely smooth. Removed redness in a few hours.
July 26, 2009
Pros:
Cleared up acne within one week, no new breakouts!
Cons:
Sun sensitivity
My acne wasn't really bad but this cleared it up within one week of starting the medication. I haven't had one new breakout since I started taking it. I have noticed that it makes me more sun sensitive so I just make sure to wear sunscreen, no big deal. Other people have talked about nausea but I haven't had any of that, even at a 150mg dose. But overall, I would definitely give this a try it has worked wonders for me!
July 10, 2009
Pros:
i think its working?
Cons:
still get the HUGE postulate (forgot what they're called) that scar if you dare to pop but are huge and stay on the skin and make you dont even wanna leave the house.
im on these 20mg pills and tazorac cream, so i never really know which one is the one thats working ya know?
Im on the 20mg 2 times a day.
the derm. says i dont need the full 100mg though i consider my acne severe, hahah so i usually take about 4 a day so i take about 80mg
July 9, 2009
Pros:
Works for the cystic acne on me. Mostly on the face and scalp. No major breakouts following initiation of the drug. Continued with Retin-A Micro and Aczone daily and Clinique Moisturizer Gel as well as Enzymatic Sulphur Soap. Use Clinique Make up.
Cons:
Massive sunburn for me even with SPF 70 quite frequently as well as shade....one day at the beach for 4 hours. Ouch.
Not for blackheads. Just pimples.
June 29, 2009
Pros:
Works well - I had no side effects - no dry skin nothing!
I find it great
Cons:
Unfortunately for me it keeps persisting on coming back after a month or two of finishing my prescription. But while im using it its clear as
Patience needed! the first time I ever used it, it took a while for iy to wrk. The next time I used it, the result was almost instant. I have previously had one full course of roaccutane which was briliant but after about 12months I noticed small breakouts (no where near what it used to be ) so I usen this to keep minor problems under control. I strongly reccommend Roaccutane for those with severe acne, I truly believe that this is the best and quickest way and will reduce chances of getting scarring. Doxycycline is great - but only for those with mild acne! If in doubt - go see a dermatologist - its worth it!
June 23, 2009
Pros:
Works effectively within 7 days, co-ordinates well with a daily moisturiser.
Cons:
If I stop taking them, acne returns within a week or so.
Great antibiotic if they agree with you, no point taking them if you don't get results or if they are causing you other discomforts, i.e. nausea.
June 9, 2009
Pros:
It got rid of a nasty scaly rash on my face.
Cons:
It made me sick to my stomach, even when I take it with food. I have learned to take both doses at night, right before I go to bed and I'm fine.
The meds work very well, however if you stop taking it the problem comes right back. I don't want to have to take meds for the rest of my life. I would like to cure this rash that my doctor calls (ezcema), but I think it is something else. I have not heard of any patients with facial ezcema use this treatment.
May 17, 2009
Pros:
didnt have any
Cons:
made me break out more
I drank this pill for 2 monthsand itdid absolutely nothing, itmade me break out a little more, and dried my skin up. I suggest u dont waste your time on this pill
May 6, 2009
Pros:
Works great, lessen's acne, works quickly
Cons:
nausea
I have gotten very nauseated, even if I eat immediately after I take it. However, I have found that if I eat a full meal (not snack/light meal), then wait 10-15 minutes and take the medicine, I don't get queasy. I am also using tretinoin, which also helps, but I have to use it with toner and moisturizer so I don't peel too badly. Overall, daily and regimented use of them has been great. I'm only 2 weeks in, so I'm still getting acne, but they are not very long-lasting (2-3 days), and my forehead has cleared up significantly.
April 5, 2009
Pros:
I'm not exactly sure... Seemed to clear my skin up but i've been off of it for 3 weeks now and my skin is still relatively clear.
Cons:
slight stomach pain... horrible rash-like bumps all over my chest and back.
My body hates antibiotics! I was on this for about 2 weeks, and the first week everything seemed to be going smoothly... I experienced some really painful stomach aches but they completely went away after a few days. But all of a sudden, a week after i had been taking doxy, i broke out in tiny red bumps all over my upper chest, back, and arms.. I stopped taking it, and sure enough, the rash went away..
Bottom line, eh, i guess what happened to me is apparently rare, but i'm still skeptical, and definitely not going back on...
Pros:
It started to clear up my acne over night. No break outs. Reduces redness and what not.