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Tetracycline is an oral antibiotic that works by systemically fighting bacteria in the body, including in the skin, and also reduces inflammation.

Tetracycline is an oral antibiotic that works by systemically fighting bacteria in the body, including in the skin, and also reduces inflammation.

It is normally prescribed at a dose of 300 mg once or twice a day. The dose is often reduced once acne is notably improved.

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October 9, 2009

Pros:

I have only been on these just over a week havent really noticed much diffrence but im sure soon they will take affect.

Cons:

I broke one of the Capsules, im on one a day and I was out on a trip and only had one with me so i had to swallow the powder inside the capsule, its was really really disgusting and i felt kinda sick after it but it went away they just taste so awful

I think if i continue to take them hopefully they'll cleart up my acne, I have a few spots on my face, i usually get then on my cheeks forehead or around the mouth i also sometime get some on my back but only like one or two although sometime they can be painful. I've only every tried creams and fash washes you can buy instores perscription free, so it the first time i've been perscripted something for it.
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October 5, 2009

Pros:

It work very well for about 8 months. My doc told me to try to stop taking them (probably b/c of the immunity everyone has mentioned). So i was on them for 2 months and my skin was great all summer until now. Just refilled

Cons:

Meh...didn't really think i had any side effects. The whole immunity and acne coming back was a bummer.

Ask your doc for a "patient savings card" and your prescription will be no more than $25. Worked really well for me while it lasted. Hopefully i can achieve the same results.
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October 4, 2009

Pros:

I didn't take it for very long, only two weeks

Cons:

My doc said that there were no side effects.
THEN, I had sex.
It hurt so bad, I was freaked out. The next morning i made an appointment with the doctor. So, apparently this medicine causes yeast infections. : ( Yuck.

Just letting everyone know, because i had NO idea.
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October 1, 2009

Pros:

I'm on my second and trying with every ounce in my body not to break down and cry. Upon starting this medication I had acne along my chin and lower cheeks.. maybe half a dozen pimples. 1.5 weeks later and I have so many I can't count.

Cons:

It's a full flown acne rash. I've never had acne so sensitive in my life! It's bright red, hits to touch and just digusting!

I'll keep fighting for the next two weeks... but I's seriously hoping for miracle from this stuff...
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September 27, 2009

Pros:

-Very Affordable
-Very minimal side affects
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Cons:

-Meals have to revolve around the medication (Your Pharmacist will explain)

I thought at the age of 24 my acne and breakouts would disappear but I was wrong. In fact it got worse. I finally decided to go to my family doctor. He examined my face and determined that tetracycline would probably be the ideal choice. I was perscribed 3 cycles. I can honestly say that this medication works. Tetracycline definitely got rid of the acne and pimples on my face. However, the results are not instantaneous. I noticed results after 1.5 months. I did not experience any side affects but I found the 2 hour eating rule and inconvenience. After my last cycle of Tetracycline I only had minor acne on my forehead. The breakouts had completely subsided and my skin looked much cleaner. I wish I had gone to see my family doctor earlier.
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September 27, 2009

Pros:

-clears up cystic acne
-acts fairly fast (compared to other medications)
-affordable (covered by health insurance usually)

Cons:

-pretty much dictates your life; have to take it an hour before eating, hours after eating, an hour before you lie down, no freedom really
-may take a month or so to see actual results...BE PATIENT

For cystic and moderate acne, this works wonders. It takes a lot of discipline to follow the regimen and instructions, but its definitely worth it in the end. Make sure you use with other topical face creams - I used it with Stievamycin cream for morning and then clindoxyl at night. The combo worked amazingly and now a year later I can say that all my acne is gone..there's still a few red spots from scarring but its nothing that make up cant cover up and it will go away eventually! I get a few pimples here and there but thats NOTHING compared to like 2 or 3 i used to get every day before! Also, make sure you take tetracycline in moderation, and not for too long or you will become dependant on it. I only took it for 6 months, first 3 months was 4 pills a day, then after went down to 2 a day then nothing. I don't regret using this at all - it doesnt hurt to try new medicines to get rid of acne!! Definitely try this!!!
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September 24, 2009

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I've been taking it for about three weeks and no results have shown

Cons:

It's making my acne worse. I'm getting more on my back and shoulders and they hurt!

Just go through with it and see if it's right for you
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September 23, 2009

Pros:

It really does work. The doctor told me to take these (tablets) for 6 months. This will be my second month and now it has cleared up.

Cons:

You need to take on an empty stomach.

Great product.
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September 14, 2009

Pros:

Acne calmed down a little bit while taking them.

Cons:

As soon as I stopped acne became worse than before I was on them!

I would suggest not to go on these tablets as you gradually become immune to them anyway and you break out even more when you come off!
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September 6, 2009

Pros:

works well, use with the regimen , give it a try takes about a month!

Cons:

body overtime can become immune.

my "moderate" breakout cleared after a month and has not returned, but this is the only time I have ever broke out. I stopped taking it and am still clear 2 months later, so I'm keeping a spare bottle on reserve.
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