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.
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June 28, 2015
tetraciclina
Yeah, i would say this is the better review, or at least the one that's similar to my case.
One has to be really organized in the bed time and eating habits to get results. Otherwise you will have an unstoppable nausea. You can't drink alcohol while you are medicated and its good to know that ya need to drink one probiotic at day.
July 2, 2014
IT WORKS!!!
It definitely worked for me!!!! After 6 months taking it my acne is completely gone, it is the only thing that worked for me!!! I had no side effects and could see the improvement in my skin everyday!!!
May 26, 2015
Did it take an entire 6 months to work? When did you notice it started to improve?
September 3, 2015
Took a full month to see results but definitely worth it!
October 28, 2013
good , lower acne counts, long lasting
Cons:
skin high sun sensitive
loss of appitite
i am taking 250 mg tetracycline with zinc . Its makes clear 90% , 1 0r 2 zits, thats nothing problem.
Tetracycline is a Bacteriostatic that stops bacteria from reproducing, while not necessarily harming them or killing them, its simply inhibits protein needed for bacteria. so if u get more acne take more tatracyline 750mg(250mg*3) to 1000 mg (500*2) after diet. Use antidandruff shampoo daily, If i get more acne i take 500mg until it clears. then reduce to 250 mg. IF U SERIOUSLY WANT TO KICK THE ACNE , THIS IS ONLY FOR SERIOUS PEOPLE WHO'S SELF CONFIDENCE, AFFECTED BY ACNE AND CANT TOLERATE ACNE. 1. stop all your diet types of food and drinks etc.Stop everything.
2. take only wheat oats as food(cook wheat oats with water and add some salt for taste) for breakfast, lunch, supper.
3. Dont eat anything only wheat oats is your food , dont drink anything (any beverage, milk etc) water is your drink.
4. Use antidandruff shampoo daily.
5 take tetracycline 250 mg twice( morning and night) and also take zinc 65mg enough at night Just look at the results in 1 week. then u will fallow it life long, results is awesome, beautiful, clear skin face. "without water there is no tree, without fatty, high calories food there is no acne. SImple but Worth." this will seriously work for any people fatty and high calories food is the only reason for all diseases. God bless us.
October 4, 2013
Works really well
Pros:
Cleared my skin to 98% within a month.
Worked like a charm
No Initial breakout (at least not for me)
Cons:
Little dry skin
Watch out for the sun. There's a chance of you getting a little red if staying in it to long!
You can become immune to it if taken for way to long
Worked really good the 3 months I was on it. I can recommend this to people with mild acne - just make sure not to take it with dairy and, to get the possible best effect, take it 1 hour before a meal.
April 30, 2013
Pros:
See review.
Will noticably decrease acne as early as a week into treatment depending on dosage.
Cons:
Inaffective when taking with dairy products.
Stomach issues can occur when not eating properly in combination with taking Tetracycline.
Research online for a full list of possible side-effects to look out for early on.
Tetracycline is an opportunity to start over. Acne causes acne. It's very hard to rid yourself of it naturally, as in through diet and regular facial cleansings, once you already have it severely. Clogged pores constrict the pores around it, causing more acne. It's a vicious cycle. Tetracycline is like a reset button. It gives you the opportunity to make a fresh start and really change your lifestyle to ward off future acne. You are what you eat. Figure out what your triggers are and remove them from your diet. Sodas, excessive dairy consumption, greasy foods, etc. Occasional exercise, or going to the saunae once or twice a month will also help greatly. Sweat the bad stuff out, because we're all bound to indulde in some quesionable foods occasionally. And of course, wash your face thoroughly, sensitively, every day. Wash your hands often, don't touch your face, change your pillow case often, etc. Tetracycline is not a niracle drug, but it allows for you to start fresh. Also, be very aware that you must dose down from anything over 500mg a day. Acne resurgence will be significantly reduced if you build down your intake. If you are currently taking two pills/capsules a day, start taking just one a day for a week or two, then one every other day, until you're at one a week for a few weeks. This way your body rebuilds it's natural defensive mechanisms before becoming solely responsible for warding off skin inflammations again. If you use it sensibly, Tetracycline can put a permanent end to bad acne.
January 23, 2013
Pros:
Cleared me up 100% in 8 weeks (along with BP and cleanser)
No side effects on me whatsoever. (Took it with lots of water to avoid stomach issues)
The cheapest prescription I've ever purchased. 6 USD for 60 generic capsules.
Revealed scarring (which I've never noticed before for being constantly broke out)
Cons:
Had to take it on an empty stomach
Had to cease taking Milk Products
As with all antibiotics, your probiotic flora may be affected.
I'm a 25 y/o male, been struggling with moderate acne for the past 9 years. So far I've tried topical Erythromycin, Doxycycline, Salicylic acid, Vitamin A, Benzoyl peroxide in all its presentations, which I've used daily for 5 years or so. I finally decided to go to a proper derm 3 months ago who prescribed me with 1gr/day of Tetracycline, 10% BP, and a Calendula-based cleanser. It's been a tremendous experience, began seeing results after the second week, and completely cleared me up in eight weeks.
April 4, 2012
Pros:
* Cleared up by mild acne very well
Cons:
* Have to remember to take it twice a day
* Some mild stomach discomfort to begin with
I have been on Doctor-prescribed Oxytetracycline pills (250mg) for about 3 months now. Within about 2-3 week of taking this stuff my mild acne had cleared up very well indeed, the most successful of anything i've tried (BP, topical retinoids, various cleansers/washes/exfoliants/off the shelf products). The stuff tastes sweet going down, I don't know what the other reviewers are talking about.. I think it might be sugar-coated! I found that just washing my face with water every morning and evening was good. Everyone's different - the general advice here is to cleanse and moisturise but I find this just irritates my skin and makes things worse.
I'd definitely recommend this product if you can get your doctor to give it you and you've already tried topical creams and stuff. DEFINITELY try this stuff before going on something hardcore like accutane, that stuff is not to be taken lightly!
March 8, 2012
Pros:
Clears skin up 100%, my skin was like a baby and I had severe acne on jawline and back
Cons:
made me crazy!... thinking about life and death and started getting really bad panic attacks, etc
I haven't heard anyone in all the reviews have the same side effects as I did so I would say try it out, it did work perfect for my skin, just made me a little nuts
February 23, 2012
Pros:
cleared up my acne by about 75%
few side effects
Cons:
trapped wind!
horrible taste and smell
taking in combination with dianette. works really well. im worried spots will return worse than ever when i come of them!
October 18, 2011
Pros:
I'm 49 years old & had mild acne for 36years. Because it's been mild but very constant doctors didn't do anything about it. Honestly, I've had around five weeks of clear-ish skin in the last ten years so I was desperate. Sick of spending ages applying my make-up to face the world every day, fighting off depression because of the on-going battle. Anyway, I skipped from the doctors today - practically singing, maybe these will work, then I read this site - am no longer positive, I feel like cr
Cons:
It might not work.
There isn't a bottom line I haven't already gone passed in all these years so I might as well go for it.
Pros:
cheap
clear skin