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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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January 8, 2009

Pros:

None

Cons:

Hives
Sickness
Chest pain - I was allergic to it.

The first 2 days of taking it I was extremley sick and developed hives on my lower legs. On day 3 I evperienced an allergic reaction. My chest felt like it was on fire, I couldn't breathe properly, I couldn't eat or drink without really bad pain in my chest.
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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
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January 6, 2009

Pros:

That it is cheap with insurance

Cons:

I tried it for awhile, it made me nauseus & it didn't work. I don't like the fact that it causes more harm then it does benefit.

Sucks...
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January 3, 2009

Pros:

None so far.

Cons:

I took 50mg/day for 3 months with no improvement. 2nd opinion from a different Dr increased dosage to 100mg/day plus topical Differin. After another month still no improvement but am prepared to give it 2 more months. Increases photosensitivity!

Increased pigmentation from sun exposure despite being very careful and no positive results.
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December 31, 2008

Pros:

Everything I asked for. The first month and a half I saw NO improvements... but after that... CLEAR skin. I had acne that ranged from mild to moderate (when I had breakouts), but none of that anymore! Try for atleast 3 months before results

Cons:

Obtained these w/out a prescription... and while not that expensive... I realize I can't take it forever. I don't know if I'll refill or not once my supply runs out, because I don't see how I can go back to acne. Has me bummed out.

HIGHLY recommended. No side effects for me, and I take 2 100mg tablets per day (once at day, once at night). I also use Retin-A and benzoyl peroxide once a day each (apply one after taking a tablet), and wash my face 3 times a day. I did the routine minus the doxycycline for years to no avail, so it definately was the doxycyline that made the difference.
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December 31, 2008

Pros:

I'm sure if you are patient it will work.

Cons:

I've been taking it for about 2 weeks I've seen a very slight change not drastic. I think its working but I had another massive spot apper the other day on an area that I don't usually get spots on. I wouldn't hold my breath with this product

I wouldn't hold your breath. I was told by my doctor that I would see the difference in few days but there has not been that much of a difference. Its slowly getting better.
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December 31, 2008

Pros:

Cheap if you have insurance. Easy - just pop a pill 2x a day. I'm on the maximum dosage.

Cons:

Makes me nauseous sometimes, even if I've eaten. First month had heartburn/reflux so bad I considered quitting, now that has gone away.

Has helped me after 3+ months of taking it, my breakouts are much less frequent, less painful and less severe overall, but I'm still not clear like I want to be.
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December 29, 2008

Pros:

Seems to be working (hopefully).. it has been almost on month. I am really hoping that by six weeks I will be clear. I eat it with oatmeal in the morning (no milk) and have not had any side effects.

Cons:

Takes a long time to work.
BIG break out in the first few weeks.

We will see. It is cheap with health insurance. It is convienent to take one pill every morning.
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December 29, 2008

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I haven't seen much improvement in fact I'm starting to think that my face is getting worse. Sometimes my stomach will really bother me when I take it with food.

I'm waiting for skin improvement. It better be working by the third month.
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December 28, 2008

Pros:

none

Cons:

its making my skin worse!!!
im not sure if its because ive only been on it for a month and its supposed to get worse before it gets better?
if anyone knows please help!!!

i wouldnt recommend it.
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