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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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July 15, 2009
Cons:
Makes me have stomach aches and feel sick.
Also makes my skin dry out.
Makes me ultra-sensitive to sun.
It doesnt seem to work at all and it made me have breakouts where i didn't have then. I used to only have acne on my cheeks and only a tiny bit on my chin and after i started using this medication it made my forehead break out so bad! it's awful!
July 12, 2009
Pros:
After like a week, I can see some MAJOR improvements, especially on the "back-ne" and the "cl-acne"
Cons:
Once I hit day 4, i got slightly nauseous for like a half hour
It works. Ive been using it with Clindamycin topical, and its done wonders. I mean, yeah you get an upset stomach, but its really not as bad as people make it out to be. Just lay down for a little while and you"ll barley notice it. Oh, an I've noticed that I've been slightly dizzy for the last week, but its nothing that was really worth mentioning to anyone... just a heads up. =]
June 27, 2009
Pros:
cleared acne
Cons:
upset stomach for the first few weeks
I have always had moderate to severe acne. I went on accutane back in 2006 and completed one full course. However my acne came back shortly after and I was not able to do another course due to health issues. So i have had to struggle with acne ever since. Then I found out i had lyme disease and was put on doxycycline and within a week my skin was clear. two birds with one stone!
June 23, 2009
Pros:
Skin is looking much clearer and healthier.
Cons:
Took quite a while until I saw results. Horrible breakout within the first few weeks. Started scalp acne.
To be honest, within the first few weeks I started crying in school because I felt horrible; my skin looked worse and I had 3 huge cysts on my forehead that people kept on looking at. But I wasn't prepared to give up. All because I read a review on here that said you should be patient with it, so I have. I've been using this antibiotic for almost 7 weeks now and I can finally see the results. My skin looks much clearer and healthier but it is frustrating having to wait so long until I can be completely happy with my appearance. Doxycycline did give me scalp acne, however, and sometimes the acne which formed on my scalp was painful to sleep on. Fortunately, I haven't experienced stomach pains even when I do not take it on a full stomach. But anyway, I would say only take Doxycycline if you're willing to wait for results and you don't mind an initial breakout.
June 23, 2009
Pros:
Cleared up skin dramatically
Skin is now glowing and blemish-free
Cons:
Need to take it as prescribed without fail...otherwise skin breaks out again. I missed one day and the very next morning i had a breakout!
This is my third post hehe! I have been on it for about 3 months now. I am glad i persisted as it has worked out for me. My skin first seemed worse then it got sore and red for a while then it settled down and now it is great! I also use it with Benzac 5% wash that i use once or twice a day...my skin also initially reacted to this but then also slowly settled down. I also experimented with flaxeed oil which really seemed to help me... I was quite bummed initially as my skin seemed to be reacting negatively....but i persisted and am so glad that i did!
June 21, 2009
Pros:
To be honest cant name any.
Cons:
Stomach felt bad, didnt work, made me sensitive to the sun.
Dont waste your time try something else.
June 20, 2009
Pros:
Noticed acne cleared up right away, Ive been using it with Retin-a and my complexion looks healthy and pores look smaller.
Cons:
none so far but only been using it for a week
Been on Retin-A for 9 yrs now but had to start taking an oral medication recently in addition to the retin-A due to cystic acne that was forming around my chin area. Since adding the Doryx to my regimen Ive noticed an improvement.
June 8, 2009
Pros:
None for acne. I wasn't even put on it for acne. I've been on it 5 weeks and hasn't helped the infection.
Cons:
I went from mild acne to BAD! Kills my stomach.
I take brand name Doryx 150 mg 1x a day. This sucks for me. I'm sure it's great for some people. I have never had acne so bad in ten years since I took accutane. I didn't even start taking it for acne, and it got so bad that I went online to look up side effects and was shocked to find out it's supposeed to make mine better! Ridiculous! It looks like every single little last pore on my face is plugged. Now every little pore on my chest is plugged and has a little red bump. Npw I havve to wash 2x a day with neutrogena oil free acne wash and put 2.5 benzoyl peroxide cream on 2x a day everywhere and that barely keeps it under control. I am 31 and look like a teenager. I can't wait to get off it.
June 7, 2009
Pros:
Excellente.. it took only two months to work
I clean my face with cetaphil for better results
Cons:
I am losing a lot of weight because of this medicine..
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May 25, 2009
Pros:
I made a post previously, and now that I have been on it for to months I decided to post again!
-Great!! It has made a big difference! I suggest you to persist witht he treatment until atleast two months! I nearly gave up at one stage
Cons:
Takes a while to see results...but it was worth it! For me anyway.
Initially my skin was very dry and sore and red...but now is glowing and acne free. I cant believe the difference!
I went back to my doctor after a month as my face was peeling and red and sore and dry...and I had big pimples coming through. She told me to continue for another month at least. I did...and two months after I started my skin is incredible! I was very diheartened at the beggining...but follow your doctors advice and hopefully you will see a difference too.
Pros:
I haven't really noticed any :(