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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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November 24, 2008
Cons:
In the beginning it did upset my stomach, but it was pretty mild and I've gotten used to it by now.
This treatment worked very well for me with little to no side effects.
November 10, 2008
Pros:
Not too pricey
Cons:
Made my skin worse....horrible nausea, sensitivity to light.... Hated it. You have to use it forever!!!
Never had acne on my forehead before i used this product. Made me break out worse as soon as I was on it for a month or so... Noticed at one point a SLIGHT reduction but after almost 6 months of taking it I was more worried about what the side effects could do to me in the long run. This medicine overall made my acne worse and it made me extremely weak and tired.
September 29, 2008
Pros:
After I stopped taking it, I didn't have any major breakouts for about 2 weeks!
Cons:
It didn't work and it got annoying after the first couple of weeks.
The instructions say that it is more effective on an empty stomach, but it WILL cause headaches and stomach aches if you do that, so eat a very minimal amount (a cracker or piece of fruit). The pills get very annoying to take because you have to take them an hour before eating and at least 2 hours after eating. And your not supposed to have any dairy products within 2 hours of it. I had to regulate my entire eating pattern to make sure the pills were as effective as possible. In the end it still didn't work. I still broke out just as much. Thankfully I had pretty much NO side effect...although it did make my throat dry and thirsty. I was on it for 2 months and my skin acted as though I wasn't even on it. It didn't clear me up at all (not even a little) Once I stopped taking it, it seemed like my skin got a little better for a little while. That didn't last long though!
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
August 13, 2008
Pros:
Very inexpensive, after taking 100 mgs per day, I noticed that I didn't have any new pimples which is saying alot!
Cons:
Take it on a full stomach or nausea will hit you.
I am a 32 year old African American woman. I was diagnosed with PCOS 11 years ago. I have tried everything under the sun both OTC and prescription to no avail. I went to a new dermatologist and she asked all of the right answers. Turns out my acne is hormonal. She put me on YAZ birth control, 100 mg of doxycycline per day, and Benzaclin. My normal daily routine included waking up about 10 minutes earlier than need be just to pop any new pimples that erupted overnight. I have only been using the doctors regimen for 2 days and I haven't had any new pimples. I know for some people that isn't saying much but for me it gives me hope that her method just may work. I have been suffering with acne for 18 years now so I know how hopeless having acne can be. I plan on blogging next Wednesday to give a review of any improvement that I see.
August 11, 2008
Pros:
it worked with in the first 3-4 days of using it.
its made my acne disappear.
Cons:
i would throw up alot, and i got nausis alot as well.
try the product!
August 2, 2008
Pros:
Reduces inflammation wonderfully. Controls acne. Cheap.
Cons:
Causes nausea if taken on empty stomach.
This medicine will not completely eliminate acne. However, I have been on it for about 16 days and i have not gotten one inflamed pimple. Just small whiteheads right on the surface. I take it in addition to a topical antibiotic and the combination has done wonders. My skin is by no means perfect but i am ecstatic with the results so far.
July 1, 2008
Pros:
...Took it with retinA and Finacea...dont think doryx helped. didnt suffer side effects.
Cons:
if you dont notice it working withing the 3rd week you shouldnt waste your time...
check out minocycline, i used to have a ton of white heads and blackheads and now i have developed cystic acne, so i assume the doryx didnt help if i continued to get worst. so if you have bad acne i dont think Doryx helps it much look into minocycline and most of the poeple who are taking them are poeple with cystic acne and are getting better.
June 8, 2008
Pros:
Helped clear up the pimples i had.
Cons:
Horrible headaches, stomachaches and had to stop taking it because it would give me horrible re-curing yeast infections.
Not worth the side effects, there are other pills out there.
June 4, 2008
Pros:
helped reduce redness and help me get rid of acne i still hae a long way to go ive been on it for 3 months
Cons:
Yeah u throw up alot but who the f**k cares if it gets rid of acne Its GREAT>
I like it i wish they had a more expensive version that works alot better. It sucks today im meeting a girl and i diddint take it by the way im in 9th grade.
Pros:
Using doxy is what finally cleared up my skin. My acne is gone and I've had virtually no new breakouts.