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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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November 25, 2007
Cons:
Although I have taken this some years ago, this time was very different. Within a couple of days I began to experience a very achy upper back and then arms, lower back, and legs. I didn't make the link to the Minocen b/c this didn't happen in past.
This time, though, the dermatologist had me on two pills a day - 100 mg each. In the past I was on one pill a day, though was told to take two right away and then one a day. So perhaps it was just too much. When I began to get really concerned with how I was feeling, and found online that this side-effect was not uncommon, I immediately stopped taking them. That was two days ago. I'm still a bit achy but not like I was. Now I'm afraid to go back on the drug, even one a day. I was only on it for a few weeks and the acne has cleared. So I'm thinking if it doesn't come back I'll just leave it for now. If it does, I'll revisit the derm (when I can get in!) and see what he says.
November 15, 2007
Pros:
Minocycline completely cleared my skin!!
Cons:
none. I have no side-effects at all
I am 17 and have tried every product out there besides Accutane. Minocycline cured my acne. It began working after the first week, and by the end of the first month, my skin was clearer than it has ever been since i was 12. Taking it is easy, you only take one pill a day, you can take it with food or without, day or night, and it doesnt make you feel nauseous. I have been using it for 4 months, and it has not stopped working, as most prescriptions have for me.
November 5, 2007
Pros:
Cleared a little of my acne I THINK.
Cons:
Can't eat before or after medicine...
I think it helped; however, my regime contains both retin-A and Cleocin-T gel. The first week after using it, my skin got worse! it was HORRIBLE!!!! I skipped school for a week, before my skin actually got better. I looked like a burn victim for at least a week... Hopefully this will help clear my acne. I see SOME improvements though.
October 21, 2007
Pros:
it cleared my skin up completely when the correct dosage was prescribed.
Cons:
having to take it twice a day for a couple of months, although it is such a small inconvenience, it's barely worth mentioning.
I was first prescribed only 100mg a day, and I used it for 6 weeks...but my skin only got worse. My doctor concluded that I was not responsive so she took me off of it...a couple months later I saw a derm, who told me what of course I had known before, that it takes more than 6 weeks to see improvement. So, she put me back on, but at 200mg per day. My skin cleared up within weeks! Please, if you have tried this at 100mg and it hasnt worked, try 200mg. Minocycline is the first thing that has cleared my skin...ever
September 25, 2007
Pros:
None.
Cons:
Not a good product if you are wanting to clear up your acne in a short period of time. Many side effects without hardly any good results.
I have taken this medication for about a week and a half along with Differin gel and I have not noticed any improvement whatsoever with my acne. If this product works, it surely must take a long time! Considering that I have only small whiteheads. The side effects are annoying. Since taking the product, I feel very warm regarding that no one else around does. My head feels like its on fire and I have been getting headaches daily. I have been having bloating, stomach cramps, and diarhea on a regular basis since taking it. Also I feel sluggish and woozy. Not to mention lightheaded and my allergies has acted up. Overall, I feel awful.
It would be worth feeling the side effects if it actually was effective on my acne.
I highly do not recommend the use of this product. Its results are not worth the side effects.
September 6, 2007
Pros:
for me...it prevented the deep cyst acne.
Cons:
for the medication to work effectively I had to take it twice a day. When taking the med you must avoid vitamins 2 hrs before and after, drink plenty of water, have no dairy products, and avoid the sun. it did not prevent normal everyday acne.
this med may only be good for someone who suffers from a type of acne that is deep and cystic. I combined it using the regimen and received pretty decent results. however, missing even one dose, or not taking it properly- (i.e. within not consuming two hrs of any vitamins or any dairy products- with plenty of water- isn't a very easy thing to do when you have a life)-can cause a breakout down the road as a result. i suggest trying it for a month then telling your doc/dermatologist it isn't working- get him or her to step it up with another oral anti-bacterial med.
August 31, 2007
Pros:
It seems to work well, not the best results but better than most
Cons:
I had severe allergic reaction to it. I had Minocyline enduced Lupus. It was awful, the docs thought I had Rheumatoid arthiritis, went through months of joint pain, and joint swelling before they figured it out what it was
It worked ok, but not worth the side effects
July 14, 2007
Pros:
My Acne went!!
Cons:
Doctors still believed it CAUSED ME TO HAVE ARTHRITIS
Well i'm not a happy ,i was on Minocycline for over 2 years, i was told i ad Arthertis/Lupus!!! the doctors believe it was due to the tablets, they said now that i am off them my Arthertis shudnt flare bk up again,(don't believe that)
but thats not the point i cudnt work for nearly a whole year i was REALLY ill every joint was swollen it was that bad my temp was even high ,i lost 2 stone, i cudnt walk or move my arms without screaming,i stayed in bed 4 5 months n just slept due to the pain my mum took my to the docs i just got worse and worse i finally seen a specialsist they cudnt believe i was left that long like it , i had to have steroid injects ,an infusion( be on a drip for 2 hours)(made me ill) and alot of drugs to stop my pain!! and did i mention i was ONLY 19!!! it has been a yr now ,and im still on drugs and seeing a specialist!! ALL THIS COZ I WANTED MY ACNE GONE! I DO NOT RECOMMENDED THIS!!
April 18, 2007
Pros:
worked very well for a time
Cons:
stopped working after a year and a half
got rid of all my acne while i was on it, but started it coming back, and the effect of the Minocycline wore off
April 7, 2007
Pros:
None that I could see in 4 weeks.
Cons:
Broke out in hives after 4 weeks. I was compelled to post this after I read about someone having the same problem in Arizona. I was in agony.My eyes swelled and I had painful swelling in my hands and wrists.It was horrible.
As I can see from other"s posts it works for some people, but remember you are taking a huge risk when you start taking this medecine. I wish I never had.
Pros:
Definitely cleared up my cystic acne.