Oral Antibiotic
Efficacy
69%
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 to only some people, and may lead to side effects and strains of resistant bacteria. Studies do show they can sometimes 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 Tetracycline? Rate It:
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May 19, 2009
Cons:
Getting used to being hungry and having to pay extra attention on when you take the antibiotic.
Tetracycline won't completely eliminate your acne, but I had moderate acne and this definitely turned it down a couple of notches. I have a habit of touching my face as well so I'm sure if you do not touch your face, drink as much water as you can, and take this antibiotic you should have a clear face, perhaps getting very small pimples everyone once in a while.
March 27, 2009
Pros:
worked affectivly.
Cons:
i threw up once while taking it and i got a big breakout before it got better.
zero acne post using this pill
March 3, 2009
Pros:
my acne is almost gone! no big painful pussy pimples hardly ever! im also suppoesed to start my period too and im not breaking out yet!
Cons:
Just the schedule. but its it worth it!
Antibiotics work for some not for others. you just have to try it. if it doesnt work, try something else. if it does, congratulations for finding your cure! i found mine!!! i hope it keeps working!!
February 18, 2009
Pros:
It really works. I had major pimples on my chin and cheeks. I went to my derm and cried and asked for him to make my pimples go away. He prescribed Tetracycline and Sebazon? the generic is called 10 % Sulfacetamide Sodium Lotion.
Cons:
Tetracycline is upsetting to my stomach. But its either a stomach ache or pimples. I prefer stomach pains.
This sh*t works wonders in two weeks. It works best when taken on an empty stomach. My derm also told me that your body can become immune to the medicine so he recommended for me to use it until it clears my acne and stop. He also advised that if acne returns, then i should continue to use it. He said it would work best to clear it all at once and stop....and if necessary to return to using the medicine a few months later--if needed. Whatever you do...continue to use it until your face clears up and take recommended dosage. He has me taking one in morning and one at night then asked to lower dosage...but i guess until later.
January 6, 2009
Pros:
Seems to be "reasonably" effective and in the uk its free if you are in full time education :D. Doesnt taste DREADFUL...like my last medication.. once you are into the routine of taking it an hour before and/or after food, its not bad at all.
Cons:
when i ran out..acne broke out again..quite severely..
Tetracycline seems to be like a long stick..poking an angry lion..
Go for it..if you feel you need it..but be prepared to work..
January 5, 2009
Pros:
Have on Tetracycline (300mg) for two months but have already started to notice an improvement. Did nothing at first, even made things worse but skin is much clearer now and I have had no new breakouts for the last month. Very pleased so far.
Cons:
No side affects (so far). Only "problem" is that you can't eat for an hour either side, but once you fit this into a schedule, you're fine.
In the UK, I can get this on prescription, and being in full-time education, for free.
You truly have nothing to lose by seeing your doctor for this, I have had no side affects and it has really improved my self-confidence, and my acne was not really bad to start with. Give it a go! I combine this with the Nivea for Men Deep Cleansing or Oil-free Cleaner and Nivea for Men Rehydrating moisturiser.
December 30, 2008
Pros:
Easy, Cheap
Cons:
None
Used with Retin-A micro and Benzaclin- 100% clear acne in a couple of months.
December 25, 2008
Pros:
i took it about 5 months ago and within a month everything was gone,i stopped it for a little and broke out badly but not as bad a befor but now i have lots of pimples
Cons:
they r still sorta under ur skin
try it.
September 30, 2008
Pros:
Ive been taking Tretracycline for 2 weeks now and my skin has looked better than it ever has. I also use a Benzaclin topical gel in mornings and at night and since I began using it I have not had any breakouts. My skin is finally smooth and brillant!
Cons:
No cons
Ive sufferd from acne for 11 years now. But ive found somethings that works for me, hopefully it will work for you too.
September 14, 2008
Pros:
this stuf is great! ive been on it for a year and it really does help. i never had any problems taking it. i would swear by this pill.
Cons:
timing around meals but not really a big deal.
i take 500mg times aday. i ran out of pills a few weeks ago and some mild acne came back. so i went back to my doc and he wrote me a years worth. after my 2nd day back on it all my whiteheads are gone and my acne is back in remission, this stuff is DA BOMB...ive been on every time acne meds...accutne...minocylce..batram..you name it ive tried it and this stuff is legit
Pros:
I noticed a significant improvement after a couple of weeks or so. It didn't completely clear my acne, but it definitely got rid of most if not all of the big zits (cystic acne).