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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.
Used Doxycycline? Rate It:
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November 25, 2007
Cons:
Little bit queasy after I take the pill, but thats to be expected. Otherwise, no cons so far.
This anti-biotic is mainly suppose to help people who have a particular STAPH INFECTION. I went in to see my doctor because at 23 yrs old I had a sudden horrible breakout of cystic acne all over my chin, jawline and cheeks (literally, about 9 pimples formed within three hours and it was PAINFUL). I thought something was wrong with me, but I kept using proactive as usual until my skin so so flaky and bumpy I went into depression. Anyway, my doctor looked at my skin and told me it was a skin infection, NOT regular adult acne. I was so happy that I was able to find a name for this. She perscribed my Doxy and informed me that it will help take away the bacteria/infection that I must have picked up from the gym or other public place. I have only been on it for a coouple days and I cannot wait to see the results. Remember, DOXY MAY ONLY WORK FOR PEOPLE WITH AN ACTUAL SKIN INFECTION. I have accepted my skin for now and learned so much about true inner beauty. Best wishes to yo
November 23, 2007
Pros:
Makes your skin feel really soft. Stopped deep, painful acne.
Cons:
Didn't clear up acne. Makes throat feel sore and tight. Upset stomach if no food in system.
I'm 22 and have had cystic acne pretty bad for the last year. I was told by my doctor that I should notice full results in 2 months. Well, it's been 2 months, and I guess it's a little better but not much. It seems that the pimples aren't as deep, but the ones I already have are not going anywhere. You're not supposed to eat with it as having calcium in your system will mess with the absorption, but you get a really queasy stomach if you don't have food in your system. It always made my throat feel slightly sore, and then as if I had a lump in it. Turns out that's a common system. Switched my BC to Yaz a week ago and it's clearing everything up.
November 5, 2007
Pros:
CLEAR PIMPLES
Cons:
BREAKED OUT A LITTLE A COUPLE MONTHS OFF THE PILLS...
I EAT ALOT OF FOOD AND DRINK PRIOR TO TAKING THE PILL...SO MY STOMACH NEVER ACHES AT ALL..I TOOK IT BEFORE ABOUT A MONTH OR LESS MY FACE BECAME SMOOTH AND EXTREMELY SOFT..LUV IT!!!
November 3, 2007
Pros:
i have been taking this antibiotic for 3 months.for the 1st two months my skin was great.just had one bad week out of the 3 months
Cons:
i have found that i have had an upset stomach a few times and also stomach cramps
it is a very good treatment that is affordable and also works.the only downfall is that sometimes you may get a few stomach cramps or a bad stomach.
October 17, 2007
Pros:
It helped minimize the pimples but not completely clear them, although i'm still waiting for the full effect, also on erythromycin which helps but can dry out skin sometimes.
Cons:
i dont know if its because of the medicine, but i know have mild scarring so i've been using retrinal which is helping.
i would try it. it helps and if you have mild acne it is worth a shot
October 11, 2007
Pros:
It seems to dry thing up well.
Cons:
Takes awhile to begin working.
Must drink with lots of water.
Don't take it in the morning without eating some type of food or you will feel awful
I have been on this and duac gel for 6 weeks now. The doctor says it will take 8-12 weeks until I see full results. I can see an improvement but not a full improvement yet.
October 5, 2007
Pros:
Meh
Cons:
Full of sketchy chemicals, ineffective.
This seemed to only exacerbate things, and might have given me a bit of bacne as well. I've never had bacne before, and since taking this I've had cysts all over the place. I'm not quite sure why that would happen, but hey.
August 11, 2007
Pros:
Clears up skin really good. Takes a little bit to see a difference, but in the end it is worth it.
Cons:
Nauseating at times. Usually when I take my morning pill.
I have suffered from acne for a year, and it was really depressing and upsetting. Couldn't even look at people in the eye. Anyway, the product is really great. I saw a difference within a few weeks. It's not 100% better, but I would say about 35% better. The cysts I had are now softer, and what seems to be healing. Really excited for what is to come. Don't give up. Don't let people bring you down. Keep your chin up and pray. Good luck to you all!
August 10, 2007
Pros:
Easy to take
With Doryx you can take both pills for the day at the same time.
Cleared me up halfway
Cons:
Hurts your stomach and you CANNOT go in the sun without getting sunburned.
Use it but be wary of its side effects...I probably am going on accutane if mino doesn't work and I tried it for 4 months
July 16, 2007
Pros:
Works well
Cons:
you will eventually become immune to antibiotics
I had clear and perfect skin while a teen. However, I started to develop an acne problem when I was 21. It grew more persistent at the age of 23 to moderate acne. Over the last four years, I have been on Tricycline, doxycycline and minocycline with great results. My acne became mild and persistent, but I eventually became immuned to each drug(s) after being on them on and off them the past four years.
At age 27, I am not responding to these drugs and therefore on accutane to treat my persistent and mild acne. My dermatologist recommended it and said that it will cure me. I just started now. Bottom line, you will eventually be immuned to the drug over time and have to use another antibiotic. By then, if you acne still persists, I suggest accutane as the last resort. Severe acne though, should be treated with accutane.
Pros:
We'll see! :)