Minocycline for Rosacea User Reviews (Page 2)

Brand names: Minocin, Solodyn, Dynacin, Minolira, Minocin for Injection, Ximino

Minocycline has an average rating of 8.6 out of 10 from a total of 36 reviews for the off-label treatment of Rosacea. 78% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 8% reported a negative experience.

Reviews for Minocycline

TXDale
July 20, 2015

"I saw a dermo for what was diagnosed as rosacea and was put on every topical they had over a 3 month span. My skin got so bad from the pill (allergic reaction) and topical foam, Metrogel, Mirvasa that I was getting seriously depressed. I never had real bad skin I just got flushed in some stressful situations. Hey, I am in sales they are all stressful at the end of a quarter. The medications had me so messed up until I was referred to another highly recommended doctor. He took me off everything and put me on Solodyn. One pill a day, a little lotion, sunscreen. I am not sure if getting off the topical or using Solodyn or both was the answer, but I am getting back to normal. My NEW doctor said he could give me something for the flushing"

10 / 10

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James...
August 7, 2015

"It worked for 2 weeks, Rosacea cleared up on my cheeks, but hives arrived and severe itching. Stopped the medication and a cream is being called in but hives and itching must be addressed by my Derm quickly!"

6 / 10

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Jandan
Taken for less than 1 month
November 17, 2017

"I have a history of Mixed Connective Tissue Disease and was recently prescribed Minocycline for Rosacea. After taking the med for 2 1/2 weeks I awakened with intense itching of my head, face, and scattered rash on my body. I stopped taking the Minocycline immediately and contacted my physician. It has been over 6 weeks and I am still experiencing intermittent rash on my stomach, thighs, back and also had one episode of bumps on the back of my tongue. But the most aggravating is constant redness, itching, and burning of my face. My physician told me to just keep taking Claritin and Benadryl if needed. I'm not sure how long this will last. But no more Minocycline for me."

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Ameri...
Taken for 1 to 6 months
January 24, 2022

Minocin (minocycline) "Had to take prednisone just to function. Doctors had no idea. Saw RA and internal medicine doctors. Got a liver biopsy. Stopped the minocycline on my own. None had any idea and dismissed me when I suggested the minocycline. Took about 3 months but if you look under minocycline toxicity you will see my symptoms nearly word for word. Finally told doctor to weaned me off prednisone to see how I feel. Now I’m fine. Tried some topical treatment dermatologist suggested and as soon as I noticed a drop in energy I stopped."

5 / 10

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Annette
Taken for 2 to 5 years
June 27, 2023

"Minocycline worked well for years for my rosacea. I noticed my fingernails were turning blue and I developed a bluish area across the back of my neck and over my lip. In doing some research and comparing pictures, I discovered that it was most likely a side effect of long-term Minocycline. I discontinued using it, and now I am having a considerable flare-up. I don't know what to do."

7 / 10

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Anonymous
December 10, 2012

Solodyn (minocycline) "Worked great- doctors tried other medicines or creams for 2 years and after 1 week of taking this it took care of issue and itching as well."

10 / 10

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Dartzy
Taken for less than 1 month
December 23, 2016

"After two weeks my face looks flawless. Hope it lasts. Twice a day 50mg. Supposed to take it for one month."

10 / 10

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gaugie
October 27, 2011

Minocin (minocycline) "Cleared up my nose in 3 days, but have headache, little dizzy, foggy head."

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Anonymous
February 14, 2010

"Whenever I try come off this medicine my Rosacea flares up within 10 days to 2 weeks. I am currently attempting to wean the dosage down to 3 times per week, so far it is working."

10 / 10

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Anonymous
January 13, 2010

Minocin (minocycline) "I started taking this and after a few weeks my Rosacea was clearer but had to stop because of UNBEARABLE joint pain. Doctor put me on a lower dose of doxycycline and so far so good."

5 / 10

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Miss...
Taken for less than 1 month
September 8, 2013

"I took medicine for first time and had an allergic reaction. The palms of my hands and bottom of my feet were itching so bad! Then my entire body starting itching, even my private areas. "

1 / 10

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Anonymous
December 27, 2011

Solodyn (minocycline) "Great product with 45mg once per day. "

10 / 10

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Dave
Taken for 1 to 6 months
June 12, 2020

"Fantastic result cleared rosacea"

10 / 10

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Anonymous
January 6, 2021

Solodyn (minocycline) "The only medicine that works for me"

10 / 10

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gukml
April 12, 2015

"This is the first medicine that has gotten my face back to normal. Thank you!"

10 / 10

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dj_765
Taken for less than 1 month
August 6, 2022

"Cleared up my Rosacea. May or may not have contributed to constipation."

9 / 10

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