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Ingredients → Doxycycline
Doxy
Oral Medication
C22H24N2O8
TARGETS:
Inflammation
BENEFITS:
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Improves moderate-to-severe acne and rosacea
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Reduces acne located on the chest and back
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Helps get active acne under control while topical treatments kick in
2013
A randomized, phase 2, dose-ranging study in the treatment of moderate to severe inflammatory facial acne vulgaris with doxycycline calcium.
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Journal of Drugs in Dermatology
2012
Comparative analysis of adverse drug reactions to tetracyclines: results of a French national survey and review of the literature.
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British Journal of Dermatology
1989
Doxycycline versus minocycline in the treatment of acne vulgaris: A double-blind study.
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Journal of Dermatological Treatment
1988
A comparison of doxycycline and minocycline in the treatment of acne vulgaris.
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Clinical and Experimental Dermatology
1969
A combination benzoyl peroxide and clindamycin topical gel compared with benzoyl peroxide, clindamycin phosphate, and vehicle in the treatment of acne vulgaris.
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British Journal of Dermatology
SIDE EFFECTS
The most common side effects of doxycycline are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and loss of appetite. This medication will make you more sensitive to the sun. Doxycycline can become lodged in the esophagus if not taken with sufficient water where it can cause esophagitis and ulceration. Allergic reaction to this medication is rare. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching/swelling (especially of face/tongue/throat), dizziness and trouble breathing. Women who are pregnant should not use this medication.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Contact your dermatology provider for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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