Minocycline
Results
Side Effects

Minocycline is an oral antibiotic that works by fighting bacteria in the body, including in the skin, and also reduces inflammation. It should...

Minocycline 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 taken once a day with food, at the same time every day.

 [more]
3.2
1600
Read All About Minocycline
Compare To Other Treatments
5
15.8%
4
28.7%
3
25.1%
2
15.9%
1
14.6%

Used Minocycline? Rate It:

Choose from 1 to 5 stars
Sort by: Most Helpful
Order:
June 17, 2013
feel so sick
Cold sweats. Feel like puking. Extremely dizzy. Not going to take it again. I walked to the kitchen a little bit ago and i could see stuff moving the way sparklers move when you wave em real fast. I'm having a really hard time even typing this right now because they backlight on my keyboard is freaking me out. I feel like my eyes are moving really fast. I'm going to lay down before I hurt myself.
This Was Helpful

Report
January 31, 2010

Pros:

none

Cons:

It did not clear my acne.

I tried minocycline a couple years back so I can't remember what exactly this did to my skin. but I do remember it not working at all and have to try something else.
This Was Helpful

Report
October 14, 2009

Pros:

haven't seen any yet

Cons:

no change so far

i just started taking the medication a few days ago, there is a slight improvement, but nothing too much so far, but a lot of people that i know that take it says it work so im hoping for the best
This Was Helpful

Report
June 13, 2008

Pros:

It was very cheap and easy to take a pill once a day.

Cons:

Rash, I tried taking this medication three times and within a few days each time I got a horrible rash all over my chest.

The rash I got was not worth any small effects the medication had. I tried taking allergy medicine and it only lessened the pain from the rash. When I went to the derm they asked if I just sprayed my perfume too close. Uh no it's the medicine every time. It drove me crazy to change my detergent, watch what I ate and stop using any body products just to find that the mino was the problem.
This Was Helpful

Report
March 24, 2008

Pros:

1. Acne has minimized and I never wake up with a sudden break out (as with other medications) 2. Face is never too dry, only when I use other ace medications with this one
3. Never makes me feel sick

Cons:

1. Price
2. I still have acne after 3 months

So far it helps more than it hurts, but I want to continue to use it and see what happens.
This Was Helpful

Report
February 15, 2007

Pros:

I am not sure how well it work, as I have only been on it for a week.

Cons:

All acne treatment does not seem to work.

This is so frustrating. I have been suffering from acne for five years now. I hoped that by the time I was 27, it would be over. I started off with moderate acne and now it is mild. Though it is mild, I get at least one pimple a day. I went to my derm and she was real mean to me. I tried explaining the history of my acne problem and she basically did not want to hear it and just suggested Duac, a topical medication. First off, it is not normal to get one or two pimples each week. So I mentioned minocycline as a possible treatment and she responded by saying, "fine. I will write you a persciption, but I don't think you need it." I then said, but I keep breaking out all the time, so maybe it would be a good idea." She replied by saying, "What do you want me to perscribe you, I don't really care?" I couldn't belive her response. I feel so depressed right now and I don't know what else to do. Acne is really making my life horrible. I don't want to go to work.
This Was Helpful

Report
April 27, 2012

Pros:

-Helped the underground pimples I had along my jaw line
-Easy to take
-Overall complextion began to look better

Cons:

-Developed rash after a month!
-Light dizziness
-You have to avoid the sun
-Take twice a day

I really thought this was going to be it for me and finally finding something to help my acne situation. Unfortunately, I developed a rash-type thing on the back of my hands and up my arms about after a month of use. It just came up out of no where, it was pretty werid. So ofcourse I stopped and it went away after a week. My dermatologist now has me on Clindamycin and Amoxicillin? I was pretty bummed when I had to yet again switch up my treatment....
This Was Helpful

Report
May 31, 2011

Pros:

Clears up acne
Easy to take
No side affects (for me, at least)

Cons:

Haven't encountered any

My dermatologist put me on this about two weeks ago and I can already see a bit of difference. I take one pill everyday and then I apply Clindoxyl Gel (also recommended by my dermatologist), a topical gel. My skin is smoother and there is less acne. It says that there may be side effects (headaches, dizziness) but I didn't encounter any. I think it's worth a shot.
This Was Helpful

Report
March 22, 2011

Pros:

Clears up skin pretty quickly, cheap

Cons:

Not first choice antibiotic for what I was treating, caused dizziness, lightheadedness and vertigo, drowsiness, not good for those who have to drive every day with such symptoms, strict schedule for eating times

I went to the dermo for blackheads and he insisted on treating my (non existent) acne. I have been an acne sufferer for 11 years and ever since being on birth control they have subsided. I did however develop a staph infection from picking at my blemishes. Dermo gave me 75mg of minocycline, ten days 2 times a day to clear up the infection. After day 3, I started having dizziness, became light headed, and everything felt like a dream. I felt AWFUL. (I took Dynacin back when I was 14 when I actually had acne issues and it didn't have this affect, or any others at all. Apparently mino is pretty strong.) I almost passed out one night while shopping and took myself off of it the next day, and found a different doctor and meds to treat my infection. Honestly, this medication freaked me out and scared me. I do not like feeling out of control, and I did not like how random these dizzy spells were. Mild vertigo generally was persistent throughout the day. I NEVER had this prior to taking the meds, and it stopped once I was off. It apparently has stronger side affects on females than it does on males. If you want this for acne, make sure it's a LAST RESORT. It does work, however you become resistant to this stuff after a certain amount of time, and it's never good to take antibiotics for extended periods. You may have something more dangerous or serious in the future that this type of medicine is used for but won't be able to handle (see MRSA) due to resistance.. Acne is only skin deep and is just an annoyance. Exhaust other methods and medications before using this. And for the record, I only usually get small blemishes here and there at this point in my life. Once I stopped this medication, side affects still lasted a couple days and I actually had a breakout for the first time in 3 years. It will most likely only work while you are on it, but once off you go back to the way you were or worse, from the things I have read here and elsewhere. Be cautio
This Was Helpful

Report
November 21, 2007

Pros:

no side effects, wasnt too hard to take or get, stopped most breakouts, insurance paid for it alllll babeh

Cons:

stopped the breakouts but didnt improve much

ive always had a bit of acne but only stuff i could really notice cuz I'm a freak about my skin, im 16 now and this summer was when i started getting acne where i never did before which really bothered me, so i told my mom to take me to the doctor and they gave me minocycline,i was on this drug for about 9 weeks, and within the first 2 weeks i saw some results and some people even said my skin looked great, my skin isn't too bad in the first place but its one of my top priorities, and its always on my mind. my progress just stopped so i kept taking it with minimal results, i dont know if my dose was too low but i was taking 50mg twice a day. so ive recently been to the derm and instead of uping my dose he just prescribed me accutane, i didnt know my skin was bad enough for that but i guess any level can take it. we will see how it goes though wish me some LUCK! oh and ill recommend it cuz its worth a try right.
This Was Helpful

Report
Previous
1 … 108 109 110 111 112
Next

Relevant Article(s):

Relevant Review(s):

Relevant Forum(s):

Finding a Doctor

The right dermatologist can make a big difference to your patient experience and the success of your acne treatment plan. Here are the steps to find a dermatologist who is a good fit:

  1. Use the search feature on the American Academy of Dermatology website to look for board-certified dermatologists in your area, and filter the search results for doctors with a special interest in treating acne.
  2. Read online patient reviews of any dermatologists you are considering and ask people you know whether they have any experience with these dermatologists.
  3. Do your research and go to your first appointment with questions prepared.
  4. Listen to what your gut feeling tells you once you see a dermatologist in person. If you are not completely comfortable, try a different dermatologist.
Find a Doctor Using The American Acacemy of Dermatology Website

Finding a Doctor

Only a select few plastic surgeons specialize in acne scar revision surgery. Be certain to find a provider who specializes in acne scar repair and who is passionate and experienced in this area.

Be sure to:

  • Look at before and after photos, the more the better, especially patients with similar scarring to your own.
  • Be realistic about results. Look for improvement, not a cure.

Questions to ask a potential scar revision specialist:

  • Are you board certified? Be certain that they are board certified.
  • How long have you been performing these procedures? Normally, the more experience the better, however, some younger surgeons may be more on top of the latest procedures.
  • Can I speak to some of your other patients? Ask for references for several patients who had similar scarring and speak to them about the process and their satisfaction with results.

Red flags:

  • Their story changes: As you discuss different treatment options, if they tend to change their mind easily, or agree with whatever you say, consider this a red flag. A confident, experienced surgeon will possess strong, unwavering opinions.
  • Your gut tells you "no": Trust your gut. If you just don't feel that the doctor is the right fit, trust that and move on. On the other hand, if you feel they are the perfect specialist for you, trust that feeling.
Find a Doctor Using the American Society of Plastic Surgeons Website