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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.
Used Minocycline? Rate It:
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July 27, 2009
Cons:
i have a sensitive stomach and lately the side effects have been pretty bad. nausea is the worst, but its worth it because my skin is perfect
good as long as side effects are manageable
July 10, 2009
Pros:
None in my opinion.
Cons:
I've been using this for a little over a month and a half with the Clean and Clear acne kit- no difference whatsoever. It doesn't really help with my blemishes(my main problem). It also made me dizzy and have headaches.
Try some other pill(or any other treatment) before trying this. I asked my dermatologist about whether it helps with oily skin, and he said that this pill doesn't help at all, so if you have oily skin and want something that'll help with that and acne, minocycline won't help you in that department. Definetly not worth all the headaches and dizzy spells.
March 13, 2009
Product used: Solodyn (Oral Antibiotic)
Pros:
really l haven't had a long enough time to see much at all. No pros thus far
Cons:
Bad reaction for me. Itchy rash from my scalp to my knees. Joint pain/swelling. Severe headaches. VERY frequent urination.
This was my first ever acne med for moderate/severe acne. First thing I noticed is that if I drank the 8 glasses of water a day they reccomend, I would literally go to the bathroom every 10 min or so. I was waking up 4-9 times a night which really hurt me. I started to walk a fine line of trying to drink enough to keep dehydration at bay, but not enough so I could stop being tied to the bathroom. I've now been on the med for over 2 weeks. Then the headaches started. never had such horrible headaches before this. Cause lightheadedness ect. Then came the rash. Started on my rear end of all places. Now it's on my scalp to my knees and may be starting on the face. Joints began hurting the next day and are now swollen. I was advised to discontinue. yeah, no brainer there. Apparently this is NOT a common reaction, but does happen. Not the drug for me apparently. Kinda glad as it would go up in price within 3 months when the discount card runs out.
February 5, 2009
Product used: Solodyn (Oral Antibiotic)
Pros:
Works in 2-4 weeks. Very quick to get rid of lifelong problems. Not drying like most acne medications.
Cons:
Itchy skin all over body.
Works soo well on my skin! However, my acne was not too severe. I get the painful ones in the cheek areas and occasional ones on chin. I have not had a breakout since about 3 weeks after I started using it.
October 19, 2008
Product used: Solodyn (Oral Antibiotic)
Pros:
I took Solodyn about 2 years ago and it cleared me up pretty fast (I can't remember how long it actually took).
Cons:
After 2 years of being acne free from this medication, I recently started breaking out again!
Helped with cystic acne on my cheeks!
October 13, 2008
Pros:
I have seen a dramatic change in my acne since i started minocycline (about 6 weeks ago)My chest and back are clearing fairly quickly, and i have next to no pimples, just red marks on the jawline waiting to be cleared by the Stivea-A Cream i use.
Cons:
Can't be taken with food, I have yet to go off minocycline, so i really hope my acne stays away for good(i am only 18). Causes minor nasuae with me in the mornings
Great product, cheap, easy to keep on track with, minor side-effects, and the results you see can be seen within a few weeks of taking the pill.
June 16, 2008
Pros:
Got rid of most acne. Easy to take. Cheap with insurance.
Cons:
Takes a long time to start working. Acne seemed to get worse before better. Can't take with food.
Overall this medicine has worked very well for my acne. Don't expect immediate results because it takes a few months to start working...but the end results are definetly worth it.
May 2, 2008
Pros:
good stuff
very good. do not take thios medicine with calcium or iron at the same time. you should have at least a 2 hour gap between taking the medicane and taking in food that has iron or calcium. if you eat breakfast at 8 am in the morning, you should only be drinking this medicine at around 10:30. then at 12:30 you can eat what you want. remeber anything with calcium in it like milk,cheese , butter wil absorb the minocycline and it wont work. you have to follow a daily routine and try to drink at the same time everyday.
March 7, 2008
Product used: Solodyn (Oral Antibiotic)
Pros:
I am almost 100% clear, now! My acne was not too bad before I took Solodyn, but now my skin just glows. I have not been experiencing any side effects and I have been on this for about 2 months.
Cons:
I am afraid that when I get of this medication, the acne will start back up again.
Doctors are coming real close to finding a cure for acne. This is a pretty good step in the right direction.
February 7, 2008
Pros:
Red spots would start fading quicker decline in the number pimples you get
Cons:
None really people are too sensitive when they say all thiese negative things about the drung.
This drug was a prescription from my doctor. Take it once a day 100mg. It was a step 2 of a 3 step system which i was put on. Bottom line its making difference. Because i was stationed in Iraq the stress and fear of war i developed acne and it got so bad that it came to the attention of the my doctor. Like any damn medicen it will take time. Reading all those negative comments from people its just a shame.
Pros:
i'v been on this for about six months, and my skin has been flawless! i dont even need spot treatments, and my skin care regimen only consists of a mild cleanser, its all i need.