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Oral Antibiotic
Efficacy
54%
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 they can reduce severe acne in the short term, 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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February 27, 2008
Product used: Solodyn (Oral Antibiotic)
Cons:
None!
I've been taking solodyn for about six months now (45mg). My dermatologist is making me get off of it, so i'm taking a pill everyother night now, instead of every night. I'm really worried that I'm going to start breaking out again. Has anyone experienced bad things after they stopped taking it?
February 11, 2008
Pros:
cleared up my acne in about 2 weeks
Cons:
none so far
when i used this product i also was using benzaclin cream as well as cetaphil antibacterial soap. i used to soap to wash my face 3x a day and i would apply the benzalin 2x a day. the soap works great. it clears up all oil and decreases blackheads. i think the reason why my acne is gone is because i used all three products together
January 23, 2008
Pros:
I have been prescribed a brand of minocycline called Solodyn. My doctor said that it is kind of new. I have only been using it for a few days now, but it seems to work a lot better than any other oral pill anti-biotic that I have ever used.
Cons:
none so far
So far so good. No upset stomach and I only have to take it once per day. My skin cleared up very quickly in a few days. Like I have said, Solodyn is the best oral pill anti-biotic that I have used, but I have never used Accutane. Good luck to all you acne sufferers. Never give up, keep fighting your acne. Don't let it take over your life.
December 6, 2007
Pros:
Initially Cleared my skin
Cons:
Very sensitive to the sun. Erythema Multiform. I have a dark circle around my mouth. had several break outs from taking these meds for over a year. The thing is, during these breakouts all med professionals deny use of these meds caused this conditio
I will never take these meds again! I am suffereing and my skin is really discolored all over my body. I feel really down about it. I cry often. I hope this clears up and never returns.
November 12, 2007
Product used: Solodyn (Oral Antibiotic)
Pros:
You only have to take it once a day
Cons:
I used it for a month and it made my acne worse. My face was a disaster. Im still trying to recover from it.
Be ware
October 2, 2007
Pros:
so far has cleared skin quickly
Cons:
has to be taken on an empty stomach, makes me dizzy and naseous
My derm put me on Spironolactone with Duac and Differin, and the spiro made my skin much worse for some reason, so after two months she switched me to minocycline. It's been about a week and my skin has improved pretty well. It's more smooth, and the existing acne isn't nearly as inflamed. The side effects kinda suck though. I feel dizzy and a bit queasy for a few hours after taking it if my stomach is empty, which it has to be if you want it work because otherwise it will bond with other vitamins and won't be absorbed properly. Having to wait an hour after taking it to eat can be inconvenient in the morning too. However, it's working so well that so far the side effects are worth it.
September 23, 2007
Pros:
Works well off the start. Helps the skin produce lesser amounts of oil.
Cons:
Can tend to dry out skin. Skin may tan or redden easier due to lack of oils. May cause constipation due to lack of bacteria in the intenstines.
I found initially this product helped my skin a great deal. After a couple of months the breakups returned. I find this product works great off the bat but slowly my body became immune to it. I find the best way to have clear skin is simply lots of water, excercise, avoiding fatty foods, iodine, pot, tobacco and any other sort of drug.
August 30, 2007
Pros:
I've taken this for 7 months now. Never suffered from any side effects, and my acne has completely disappeared.
Cons:
No Cons at all.
Use it!
August 19, 2007
Pros:
Got rid of my acne within a month.
Cons:
Heard terrible things about the side effects of Lupus and Arthiritus. IS THAT POSSIBLE??
Clears acne within a month with few immidiate side effects, but not sure if the results later is worth it.
July 31, 2007
Pros:
none
Cons:
F!@#! expensive and side effects
really no point on taking this its just a rip off on money but never really did anything for my acne. i still have acne i think ive been using to many things casue i use apple cider, vitiam c, iron, green tea, drink alot of water, antiboitic soap,aleo vera, use a cream i unno what its called so im going to try an all natural way lemon juice at night and apple cier in the day and drink green tea =0HOPE IT WORKS
Pros:
Works Fast! My derm gave me a card, so it's free everytime I take it!