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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.

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August 10, 2007

Pros:

Cleared up cystic acne within 2 weeks, skin is 100% better!!

Cons:

Metallic taste in mouth, headaches, "some" mental fogginess, dried out skin a bit

I would recommend this to anyone with moderate cystic acne. 50 mgs 2x per day. Skin is a bit dry, but very soft and CLEAR!!
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August 4, 2007

Pros:

It did help to clear my acne. It is not a long term solution (there is none!) but is helpful in treating acne.

Cons:

had allergic reaction after using for 2 years.
Swollen Lips, hives, blisters that left scars on my body.

Mino does work and it really depends on your dosage as to how it works for you. If you are getting dizzy, etc.. tell your doc and they will lower the dosage. This is not for long term use. It causes liver damage and turns your skin yellow if taken long term. My doc told me this when asking if I wanted to try it. I took one a day for 9 months then was told to ONLY take it if I had a flare up (4-5 days max infrequently) Apparently after two years, I developed an allergic reaction and immediately stopped taking. Hey, it happens. If you have a reaction, don't keep taking it. Use your head. I just started taking bactrim now. Doc also mentioned the other day to tell them if you are allergic to mino because some creams, etc have mino in them as well.
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July 8, 2007

Pros:

Too soon to tell.

Cons:

The side effects.

I've been taking minocycline for about a week. The first couple of days I got really bad headaches and felt like I was in a fog all day long. I experienced a little dizziness too. I told my doctor and she told me to take it before bed instead. It's worked. I sleep through the night and wake up feeling fine. So you may want to try doing that before you give up on minocycline.
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June 22, 2007

Pros:

Cleared up skin very quickly (saw results even after one week), easy to take, no side effects (for me, anyway!)

Cons:

Have to continue taking it for skin to stay clear

I was on minocycline for about a year for mild acne, and while it worked miracles during that time, as soon as I was off it my skin started flaring up again. Have heard it works well long-term for some people though - be aware that it counteracts the contraceptive pill.
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May 19, 2007

Pros:

Ease of use, efficacy, cost (free through the military health system). No wrinkles.

Cons:

No milk or calcium for 8 hours of the day. Having to take it for the rest of my life. Being photosensitive, constant sunburns even with sunscreen.

I've been on this or Doxycycline (which made me nauseous or vomiting) for over 10 years. It works for me. In concert with Differin and Retin-A. I was diagnosed with pretty bad cystic acne at 25 and if I go off the treatments it comes right back. On the plus side, the Retin-A keep wrinkles away.
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April 22, 2007

Pros:

This product worked right away. Cystic acne disappeared in a couple of days. It stayed away for about a month. Then.....

Cons:

it lost its effectiveness. I went right back to where I started even though i continued taking it. I have quit taking it because it wasn't helping any more. I have about 15 pills left and I plan on taking them if I have a bad breakout.

It worked quickly but the effectiveness was short lived. I got dizzy for the first few days but that went away. I guess I would recommend it for a breakout but the body quickly builds up a resistance.
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April 15, 2007

Pros:

Looks like its working for now or maybe I'm fooling myself..again

Cons:

Can't take with food, can't take anything with alot of calcium, serious headaches and so dizzy can't do anything (like goto work or school) makes you not hungry

Nice alternative with a cost..I hope not to have a huge break out after i get off it which would make this a total waste of time
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April 9, 2007

Pros:

I totally agree with Anonymous from Florida..while I was on it..AMAZING! Got off, now sucks

Cons:

After finished up with treatment, HORRIBLE relapse..put on it again, didnt work anymore : (

I am now being put on Doxycycline..been on it 3 weeks so far..with so so results
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April 5, 2007

Pros:

Works well. Skin is less oily and smoother. Feels like I've used moisturiser all over.

Cons:

Stopped taking it for about a week and acne returned. Feel constantly tired but not sure whether this is due to the drug or stress.

I've just seen my doctor today and he's precribed me Lymecycline (Tetracyline). I would see your doctor if you feel any side effects as there are alternatives to this drug. Probably not a good one to take if you're a student as you won't be able to drink as much. Your body will tell you when to stop drinking. I am worried what it has done to my brain as I have not felt particularly alert after taking it and have become quite lazy. I feel an urge to sleep in on a constant basis and am generally not well rested when waking up.
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March 18, 2007

Pros:

Since taking it, I have had no new breakouts.

Cons:

Side affects, dizziness. Remembering not to eat for 2-3 hrs after taking it.

After suffering with cystic acne since age 14, I desperately wanted clear skin (age 52). So far, I have not experience any major side affects. In my 20's the doctor prescribed Accutane, which was GREAT! No medication however is perfect. Acne just has to be lived with.
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