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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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December 18, 2007
Cons:
Not sure how long I have to take it.
I started taking this medication 6 months ago and am continuing to do so. I don't want to have any long term negative effects so I just recently started skipping and taking the pill every other day to see if the acne is going to start back up. Overall at first my acne got worse as if all of it was coming out and then in about 2 weeks they started to heal. My acne isn't completely gone, but im pleased with the overall effects. Also my doctor gives me a $50 off coupon, which is the price of my co pay so I get my medication for FREE!
December 12, 2007
Pros:
Been on it for 2.5 weeks, so far so good. Cleared up the deep painful acne. Seems like smaller pimples heal faster.
Cons:
none.
Im using this in conjunction with Retin-A Micro. The Doxy seems to be helping with the infected pimples. Doc says it will take several more week for full effects.
November 30, 2007
Pros:
Can be taken with food
Works well for most
Affordable
Cons:
Scheduled diet
Antibiotics arent good long term
Not a permanent solution
Try it. Its cheap and can be used in conjunction with other things. Ive seen best results with consistent use of the three typical products; benzoyl, salicyclic and glycolic It doesnt work for everyone but give it time. Eat at least a little something and more importantly, plentyyy of water - if nothing else, remember, plenty of waterrr. Ive only gotten sick once from it and that was enough. Last thing, have your doctor fill it 100mg twice a day, quantity:180 - especially if you dont have insurance this will save you a lot
November 16, 2007
Pros:
1.Does Work
2.Evidence available
Cons:
1.Should not be had with food as the drug is not absorbed.
2.Should be avoided immediately before sleeping.
3.Photo sensitivity may occur very rarely.
Take it ,
i am medical student and i am really telling you that
November 13, 2007
Pros:
Please read this review.
-Cleared up 90% of acne within 3 weeks
Cons:
-Eating within an hour before or after taking it may reduce the medicine's effectiveness. Thus, the medicine is slightly inconvienent.
Please read this.
I'm a 22 year old male. I've had mild to moderate (and at times severe) acne since I was 15. I've tried differin, benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, etc. None of these products provided real, long lasting relief.
I also have very dry, sensitive skin.
I was a D1 college athlete, and realized that my worst breakouts occurred when I was training hardest. I therefore have tried the following over the last three weeks, and I've had very, very good results: No working out (at least for now), doxycycline (200 mg/day), cetaphil face wash twice a day, followed by moisturizer (Aveeno ultra-calming SPF 15) in the morning, and sometimes in the evening (if I have company at night). This is an extremely mild treatment approach and I recommend it to everyone before they try harsh products that only aggravate the skin and make matters worse. Please, please try this regimen before doing anything else. I really believe that almost all acne products make things worse.
October 7, 2007
Pros:
it was good at the first four week,then it started to get the acne back
Cons:
you have to use it continously to get the best result..........
i got tummy problem from using that antibiotic
September 28, 2007
Pros:
I only have been using it for 16 days and I have noticed some improvement. I was put on just Tazaroc over two and a half months ago and it was helping but not quick and efficient enough for me.
Cons:
none so far
I went back to my derm and she put me on doxycycline along with Tazorac. Within the past 2 weeks I have seen an improvement but I make sure i put on Cetephil cream after applying my Tazorac at night. If you do not apply a moisturizer you will peel and be really red and dry. Im hoping after a month this stuff really kicks in!!
September 28, 2007
Pros:
does not make acne worse before it gets better,
helps skin clear up pretty fast
Cons:
upsets stomach
I have been using doxycycline along with a topical clindamycin for a little under two weeks and i am already seeing a lot of imrovement. It definatley reduces the size of your pimples and the number of ones you have. It is no miracle product but it hs definatley helped out a lot
September 23, 2007
Pros:
Best stuff out there ..... it will clear up acne in about a month
Cons:
Wear sunblock , And dont eat it on a empty stomach
Best stuff out there just use it with bp and anitbiotic and u will be good
September 16, 2007
Pros:
cleared up most of the acne i had on my forehead and other areas on my face.
Cons:
none
short term effect: cleared up my problem spot (forehead). i took it with topical erythromicin which worked pretty well. it cleared up all my acne on my forehead. took it for two months.
long term effect: ive been off doxycyclin for about 8 months now. my acne is mild. occasional breakouts (1-4 areas) every couple of weeks. but its a lot better than before. i also lessened my use of erythromicin. only using it when needed because it started to dry up my skin. my problem now are the scars. id recommend it. i had no health insurance so the cost wasn't that bad.
Pros:
It clears up the majority of acne