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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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May 27, 2009
Cons:
Bad side effects: Stomach cramps, dizzyness, nausea.
I wouldn't recommend this for anyone, it's just a quick fix that will make your acne WORSE than what you started with!
May 16, 2009
Pros:
clears skin nicely
Cons:
Acne returns with disuse, bad pigmentation of face (make sure you stay out of the sun and wear sunscreen). Makes me feel confused and a little out of touch with reality when under stress.
Great for clearing mild persistant acne, side affects pretty full on.
May 4, 2009
Pros:
i haven't seen any yet
Cons:
light headed, hurts to swallow the stupid pill and makes you really tired
it hasn't done anything to clear up my skin and my acne is really light (i never used to have acne at all until a month ago) which is why i went on the stupid thing as a last resort i dont' know.. maybe i'll give it a bit more time. or try this accutane i keep reading about
April 26, 2009
Pros:
Has cleared my acne. From 14 -15 pimples reduced to none. worried though as taking along with Isotretinoin as recommended by doctor but all sites recommend not taking these two together.
Cons:
Once u stop the acne returns, aused mild diarrhea and mood swings. Got tanned badly ( live in a hot country)
Use only if u have to. I had to and got me immediate results in 1 week.
April 23, 2009
Pros:
I have been using Minocycline in prescription for a few months, initially it works really well But slowly the power wades off
Cons:
For short term it is good, no use for longterm
Paid pretty heavy price for the medications, but I have been having recurring acne since my early teenage(now 26). Today as I am writing am having 3-4 cystic acne, seems very deep. So talk to your doctor about the medication...
April 16, 2009
Pros:
worked pretty well for the few months i was on it..got rid of the big zits i had prevoiuusly and i only got small pimples when on it
Cons:
the bigger zits came back right when i got off minocycline
good for short term but not long term
April 11, 2009
Pros:
None, it didn't do anything to help my acne
Cons:
Stained my gums w/ grey spots (a possible side effect of antibiotics)
Didn't work for me.
March 29, 2009
Pros:
Worked wonders for me. Cleared up all my cystic acne really fast. I guess I'm lucky in that I didn't experience any side effects.
Cons:
Acne comes back if you stop using it.
I would recommend this to anyone, but reading some of the other posts here,I guess you should be aware that there are risks involved.
March 28, 2009
Pros:
helped with overall redness, less breakouts, skin def. feels better
Cons:
headaches, dizziness, found that it once triggered an anxiety attack but am not certain that this is what caused it, mild indigestion
Bottom line is that Minocycline does work but I'm not sure if the side effects are worth it. I think the effects vary from person to person and those who have none should consider themselves lucky. I would atleast give it a shot! I am using this along with Clindamycin in the morning and Tazorac at night.
March 13, 2009
Product used: Solodyn (Oral Antibiotic)
Pros:
nothing major, made bumps smaller
Cons:
headaces, neck pains, blurry vision, dryness
ive been on it for a month and a half and seen no improvement
Pros:
Gets rid of your acne while you're on it, but after you're done with your doses..it will make your acne come back 10x worse than it ever was! Stay away! it's not worth it.