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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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September 15, 2008

Pros:

Acne clearing slightly so far. Not as hungry.

Cons:

I was warned by my doctor to take it after dinner on a full stomache and so far I've had no stomache issues. One night I even took it after just eating a banana and I was fine.

I just started using it a couple days ago but I'm noticing all my acne is drying up and most of it is rising to the surface quikly, not so pretty but at least its disapearing. I will absolutely post back wiht more information, but I hope this works. I've tryed Proactive and that just sucks. Im using Duac Gel each night and Clindamycin Phosphate wipes in the morning with a gentle face wash, hope this does the trick :)
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September 13, 2008

Pros:

Relatively cheap

Cons:

Kills your stomach, explicit instructions to take on an empty stomach, little to no effects after 4 weeks

I never had breakouts until my early 20's, and even then, they were mild. I was put on Differin, and then Doryx after no results. It's been a month now and the acne has not cleared up one bit, maybe even gotten worse. Checked in with the doctor bc I was concerned and she was just as boggled, yet just upped my intake to twice a day. Very confused since I had mild acne to start with and these prescription drugs are not helping. Been on Differin for 7 weeks now, as well. May check with a new dermatologist in Atlanta.
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September 11, 2008

Pros:

Really clears my skin

Cons:

take on a FULL stomach

I was prescribed 100mg twice a day actually for a different reason to keep my body for getting infected after a surgery, but I noticed my skin is really clear so I did research and found out that this is also used for acne. Go figure!
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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.
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September 10, 2008

Pros:

1. Best Acne Antibiotic I have used
2. Clears up within 2 weeks

Cons:

1. Side effects are awful
2. Taken on an empty stomach ... you will cry ...for over a week!
3. Headaches, tiredness

It was easily the best antibiotic I have used and I have used quite a few which had done nothing until then: oxytetracycline, erthromycin, minocycline, trimethroprim . Yet, after a few weeks one night I took it before bed with a bit of water and woke in the night unable to swallow as if a wire brush was stuckdown my throat. I went to take a drink and it hurt more. Turns out it had burnt my oesophagus and all my stomach lining was gone! I couldnt eat anything solid, hot or lukewarm for about 2 weeks and it was the worst time of my life. A very strong antibiotic with bad side effects take with caution if need be.
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September 8, 2008

Pros:

SA

Cons:

No brakeouts what so ever works like a bom.

Exelent stuff
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September 8, 2008

Pros:

It so far has cleared up my acne for the most part.

Cons:

It takes a while for it to work.

I have very sensitive skin. I tried pro active, and broke out! Nothing seems to work for me. I don't take medicine, as I don't really believe in them, but I started taking this at 50 mg, twice a day, and cleaning my face with a special face wash I was prescribed by my dermatologist, and now after about 3 months, my face is very clear! I would recommend it to everyone, just give it time!
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September 7, 2008

Pros:

i have only used it for about 4 days and i am noticing a difference in my skin, it may just be me imagining it, but i think it is really helping

Cons:

my very first dose i took on an empty stomach like it is advised to do, but i got extremely sick and threw up all morning, now i have a banana or yogurt first and then take it

its alright so for, it may work differently for different people. i would not recomend taking it on an empty stomach though
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September 5, 2008

Pros:

Taking for a little over a week and I'm already seeing improvement in my body acne

Cons:

No cons for me so far

When the dermatologist saw the severity of my bacne, he prescribed me 100mg twice a day, a relatively high dose. I've been on for just over a week and I am beginning to see clearing starting with my shoulders. I've had no side effects whatsoever. No heartburn or stomach upsets, whether I take it with little or a lot of water, food or empty stomach. Doxycycline is often used long term, is good for many other conditions, and seems to have beneficial health effects aside from the antibiotic action such as reducing general inflammation. Generic prescription drug, covered on plans.
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September 3, 2008

Pros:

well ive been taking it for about 5 days now and i kinda see a difference, but i think its just my imagination. maybe in a couple weeks ill see a big difference. i hope this works nothing ever works for me!

Cons:

no side-effects. ive always taken it with food and im not planning on taking it on a empty stomach.

i hope it works! wont know for awhile.
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