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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 8, 2009
Product used: Solodyn (Oral Antibiotic)
Cons:
It took a while. I've been taking it for 4 months now. It is pricey too if you don't have the coupon.
Take it. It works and it's definitely worth the wait.
February 5, 2009
Product used: Solodyn (Oral Antibiotic)
Pros:
Didn't make me sick or anything.
Cons:
EXPENSIVE!
Didn't work.
Made things worse.
I used the 90mg pill once a day for 3 months and just got negative results from it. It made my face even worse, gave me pimples on my body where I usually don't get them, and I think made the pimples more inflamed. I use BP once a day and just started taking Zinc. I'm going back to my old treatment for Doxycycline.
January 22, 2009
Pros:
reduces redness....
Cons:
nothing of note, possible immunity or sun sensitivity
You people need to understand that Mino IS NOT designed to get rid of acne or is it supposed to (I don't know what your Dr.'s are telling you, maybe they know this and take advantage of more visits). The idea behind Mino is to REDUCE THE REDNESS of your acne. IF used in CONJUNCTION with a prescribed cleanser and lotion, you will see major changes fast. Save yourself money and time. Instead of ALWAYS going back to the Derm and asking the same question,"What else you got, this didn't work?" Ask the Dr. to prescribe the Mino, with a nice antibacterial cleanser and lotion (NO GELS) you will find it does wonders. If you live within 6 hours of Atlanta, call the the Atlanta Dermatology Associates (use google to find), and ask for an appointment with Dr. Krauss, he's the man. Before I had my appointment 8 years ago I had bad acne, now my face is perfect. Literally perfect! MINO = LESS RED
CLEANZ & LOTION = NO ACNE *RX plan is between $250 - $350, but well wo
January 5, 2009
Pros:
my inflammatory cystic acne cleared up in 2 days
Cons:
it s an antibiotics, a mild one, but still ...
made my vaginal flora more sensitive
a bit dizzier than usual
It s the 2nd time I m following a 3 months minocin treatment.
My acne problem started when I became a broadcaster for TV. I have to wear HEAVY foundation all day long. Within less than 2 months, I started develop cystic acne which would go on and on (especially around my period).
I tried everything I could find here OTC, went to see 3 different dermatologists, even tried Proactiv (got it imported from the States).
Nothing worked. I was REALLY desperate.
Till, by pure chance, a plastic surgeon recommended me minocin. Cleared up everything in a couple of days.
I also use Differin every evening, and did a laser treatment to get rid of the scars. In the first 6 weeks, I would have the occasional zit or whitehead, but easily removed, leaving no marks.
Globally, my skin stayed clear for more than a year after I stopped.
I still have the same job. The same inflammatory cystic acne is slowly getting back, so, I resumed taking minocin.
Same positive results.
December 29, 2008
Pros:
Umm i didn't react badly.
Cons:
I have now been taking it for 3 months.
And it has done NOTHING.
I went back to my doctor and he told me it takes 3-4 months to work, which is on the contrary to what i've read here.
I'm dissapointed that i stuck it out for so long, the doc just kept telling me it will work eventually, and i've just wasted time and money.
December 16, 2008
Pros:
It seems as though it is slowly working. Cystic Zits are a PAIN!!! So far these seem a great way to get rid of them
Cons:
Have not seen any and with my insureance it was free.
Worth the try it slowly works but does work
November 2, 2008
Pros:
Easy to use one pill in the morning and one pill in the evening. Currently taking 50mg pill. Cheap using generic.
Cons:
Absorption is usually decreased by 20% if taken with food especially dairy products, as it is a tetracycline derivative. I try to take it on an empty stomach, so it's harder to manage when considering meals throughout the day.
I have been using it for over a year and have actually stopped for a period until going back. During the time off I did break out more especially when eating foods that are high in Saturated fat like chocolate. With this medication there is an improvement, but I still have to manage my diet and lifestyle.
September 19, 2008
Pros:
Easy to take. I only take it in the morning and before bed.50 mg, 2x a day...and my insurance paid for it. No tummy pains for me.
Cons:
Takes a while to work but worth it.
I have tried almost everything to clear up my acne. I got minocycline 50 mg 2x a day. I have been using it for 3 months (finished my 3rd bottle today). The first 2 months, I would still get breakouts, but they weren't as bad as before (puss..ewww) I would use Stievamycin medium strength to kill the acne and it helps b/c the acne gets smaller one day after applying and it doesn't hurt as much. Today, was the first time in years that I didn't have a breakout. I only had one breakout during my period but it was a tiny one! I think the key is being consistent. I used Tersaseptic to wash my face too!...
September 1, 2008
Pros:
I was not able to take it long enough to see any pros.
Cons:
Within a few weeks, I broke out in hives and got a yeast infection from the medication. My dermatologist quickly took me off of it.
I am sure it works for some people, but beware of the side-effects, and monitor yourself.
August 31, 2008
Pros:
I've only been on this for 2 days and the redness from my acne has already started to clear up. I have cystic acne and I think I can tell it starting to help, although current cysts have seemed to get worse. But, it's only been a few days...
Cons:
I don't like not being able to take it with food. Dr. told me to take it with food it just wouldn't be absorbed as well, so of course I don't eat with it. Makes you just a little dizzy, just drink lots of water...
We'll see... I'll keep you updated. But definitely helping with redness already!
Pros:
It cleared my face up very effectively. I have mild acne but I still had a lot of clogging and I have an oily face. This medicine works very well!