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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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December 8, 2007

Pros:

Does not dry out my skin

Cons:

Have to take on a empty stomach to be effective.

I am a 22 year old male, I have dealt with acne since high school, I would say that I have mild to moderate acne, depending on the day. I have tried everything over-the-counter has to offer with absolutely no results, and in my frustration I finally saw a dermatologist. I was prescribed tetracycline 500MG capsules to take twice a day. I consistently took this medication correctly for over 2 months with little to no results. I really wanted this medication to give me a break, but just when I thought I was clear, a new wave of pimples would pop up on my face. Because its easy to take and theres no side effects for me, I will continue to take it until my next dermatologist appointment in a month. If anyone wants to try tetracycline I would recommend it, although it did nothing for me, it is still worth trying.
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December 8, 2007

Pros:

Worked great for the first six months, cleared everything up.

Cons:

After six weeks my cystic acne worsened and I had more cysts than ever before, DAILY. And scarring. Ew.

Try it out; if it works for you that's great. One of the side effects of tetracyclin (read the inserts on the drugs, please) says to stay out of the sun or you will have issues. Plus the whole antibiotic resistance thing....
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December 3, 2007

Pros:

It really help the redness of the zit and makes your pores smaller

Cons:

It kinda hurts my stomach but nice skin is worth it also when u first take it your skin flares up for like 2 to 3 days but dont stop taking it because it will get better

good acne product only 4 buck at the wal mart pharmacy
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November 22, 2007

Pros:

Got rid of all acne flare ups.

Cons:

Never gets rid of all of the acne

At first it makes your skin flare up. After using it for 2 months, there are some major results. It seems to stop doing its job after healing about 90% of the acne even after another 4 or 5 months. Kind of frustrating.
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November 21, 2007

Pros:

It clears up moderate acne really well, especially if used with a topical acne treatment.

Cons:

Some of the side effects have been pretty annoying, for me at least. Digestive problems suck.

Just take it the way it's prescribed and you'll be fine. Also, you need to give it time to work. It will not necessarily clear up in two days. It just takes time.
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November 12, 2007

Pros:

Works well for my facial acne. I see some results on body acne but not great.

Cons:

Messes with my eating schedule.

I would give it a try. If you use it I would not expect quick results and maybe a slight flairup at the start. I am seeing improvment but it takes a little time. I am convinced that if I would stick to the reccommended dose on a strict schedule instead of the lazy, uneven way I take it -mostly due to not being able to eat for an hour after taking it or 2-3 before taking it- I would see even better results. For eveyone who has only taken this med for a week or two, I wouldn't give their review much weight with all due respect. My doc said it could take a month or longer and that I could see even worse acne for a short time. It takes time and dicipline if you want any results from my expirience. Also, I do other things on top of this such as medicated soap and BP cream, soon to be replaced by the regimen.
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November 10, 2007

Pros:

It worked at first and it helps shorten the duration of my acne. It also decrease the pain and inflammation i get from nodular acne.

Cons:

After using it over the summer. I notice age spots or brown dots on my face. My complexion looks older, i thought i was ageing prematurely but im only 24!!!! Then someone told me it was the tetracyline that caused it...I'm afraid after that happened.

It depends if you want to clear your acne up or get age spots. I guess you can prevent the spots by avoiding the sun or putting alot of sunscreen on.
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October 30, 2007

Pros:

none

Cons:

gives you more acne than what u had before using it..

o.k maybe is just me but after 2 days taking it i starded breaking out where i did't even had acne before.. i starded getting acne in my chest and the only pleblem i had was on my face. my hole face went from mof=derate to severe using this tupit product my chest went from clear to looking like i had chiken pox.. little red bumps everywhere. maybe i was alergic to it i don't know but this thing made my lfe worse. worst thing i have used in my life ... i used it a year ago and will never try it again
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October 25, 2007

Pros:

Cleared up slightly, easily prescribed, lessens oil.

Cons:

Nausia, dry/flaky skin, yeast infections, reoccurring break outs.

It's worth a try, but it didn't work well for me.
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October 22, 2007

Pros:

gets rid of cysts

Cons:

it's an antibiotic

Works great for me. Cleared up my face nicely - used to be on 2 twice a day but now down to 1 twice a day. It keeps the cysts away amazingly well. Now I am just trying to find a bcp that will work just as well but so far it's been a horrendous ride.
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