Minocycline for Acne User Reviews (Page 5)

• Liz...
• January 10, 2013

"Even though minocycline did what it was supposed to, it gave me awful side effects-migraines, stomach pain, slight fever, trouble breathing-pretty much every side effect listed. For a week, I thought I was sick because my lymph nodes were a little swollen. I took it for about 2 weeks before I began having side effects-before that, it just gave me dry lips. Worth a try, but please, PLEASE stop if it is making you sick."

• Hsc...
• September 4, 2016

"Started taking this medication for under-the-skin cystic acne (1-2 would pop up pretty consistently). As soon as one would go, I would have another one! I had been prescribed benzoyl peroxide clindamycin cream, used Proactiv, still would get it.... Finally talked to a new doctor who prescribed this 50 mg 2x/day. I am 1 month in and no new acne! I am very prone to yeast infections, but really have not had a problem with that.... Yet. I also started taking an antidepressant at the same time, so I am not sure which one I can assign side effects to, but was waking up in the middle of the night a little restless/anxious and had a little dry mouth. These symptoms lasted about two weeks, and now I am back to normal with clear skin!"

• Tin...
• August 20, 2014

"I have only been on 100mg of Minocycline for about a week and a half and have shown such improvements! I have had some acne on and off for about 8 years, and it is so annoying it never goes away! I finally went to the dermatologist and begged for Accutane. They started the procedures and said that I will need another month to get all my tests done. Since then my acne has improved a ton! I don't even think I will need Accutane."

• PlN...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 5, 2015

"After exhausting all options, this did the job. I had severe facial acne, and now (3 months later on 100 mg/day) I'm 100% clear. I saw a difference in the size of inflammation overnight. I experienced vertigo for the 1st month, but you eventually reach equilibrium. My only concern is: will it continue to stay clear? *Fingers crossed*"

• Geo...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• February 12, 2017

"I'm a 29-year-old female. I've used minocycline on and off since I was 22. I have stopped a few times to see if I am over my acne. Antibiotics do not cure acne, they just keep it at bay. Most people will grow out of acne. Some have it for a few years, some have it for several, some their whole lives. Everyone is different. I don't experience any bad side effects while on this drug. I start on 2×50 mg a day and then eventually 2-3 pills a week. All the roughness/whiteheads around my nose clears up and is smooth. All my cystic acne vanishes. My skin is less greasy. I then have a chance to repair my skin of any scarring. Professional facials are good for this. It takes me about a month to see results. Full price AU$16. Concession $5 for 1-month supply."

• Kat...
• October 14, 2016

Minocycline "I had tried just about every over-the-counter medicine available for acne for about three years. I then went to a dermatologist who prescribed Solodyn with Epiduo. I could see a distinct improvement within 2-3 weeks, and at 3 months my skin looks almost totally clear. My dermatologist prescribed for 2 months, and at my second visit prescribed for another two months. I am nervous about coming off of Solodyn because it has worked fantastically, but it is so expensive, and the coupon the company offers only has a limited number of refills. Other than the prohibitive cost (retail without a coupon), Solodyn gets my highest rating! My experience with Solodyn... Be patient and you will see results."

• Gun...
• May 9, 2015

"I'm 18 and have been suffering from moderate acne for about 3 years now. I started using Minomycin (minocycline) about 2 weeks ago, with this topical lotion that is widely known to treat acne. In the daytime, I use BB cream and foundation to cover my flaws (not sure if that's a wise choice). I have read the views that this is one of those medications that gets worse before it gets better. I have noticed that in the past two days I have started breaking out. I'm not sure if it is the medication, the cream, my daily routine, or just stress, but my condition is getting worse. Seems like I need to give it a few more weeks to see how it goes."

• ter...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 2, 2017

Minocycline "Started taking this medication about 2 months ago, and it worked immediately. I usually average about one or two cystic acne breakouts a month, along with smaller pimples that pop up here and there, but Solodyn has kept my face clear throughout this whole time. The only side effects I've noticed are increased tiredness in the evening and minor migraines, but this is a payoff I'm willing to make for healthy skin!"

• Kat...
• November 18, 2014

"I've had acne since I was twelve, and in 8th grade, I developed moderate cystic acne, which progressively got worse, so my doctor put me on minocycline, and it totally cleared up my skin! I stopped getting cysts, and I occasionally got one or two small whiteheads around the time of my period. I experienced minimal side effects, mostly nausea, but it went away when I switched to taking the medication before bed. I've been off minocycline for about 6 months, and since then, I've been on birth control. I noticed that the new meds break me out in cysts a lot more, so I've started back on minocycline for the second time, and my face is already clearer despite being on it for only a week! I love this stuff!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 9, 2013

Minocycline "I'm 17 years old and have been battling awful cystic acne for about 10 years. As I've aged, it's only worsened, which I'm assuming is due to an influx in hormones. At first, doctors misdiagnosed me as having eczema. When I was finally diagnosed with cystic acne, my doctor prescribed tetracycline. I was on it for about 1 year, at age 14-15, and it helped a little, but not drastic changes. I noticed that it started turning my teeth brown, as if I'd eaten chocolate and didn't drink anything or brush my teeth afterward. I was prescribed minocycline (Minocin) instead. It has helped my acne tremendously, but it is still turning my teeth brown, which is not flattering nor attractive, especially for a girl my age with dating and all."

• Rec...
• January 28, 2016

Minocycline "Cress, I am also over 40 years of age and African American with adult acne, and I couldn't find a regimen for my recurring acne problems/breakouts. I was prescribed Solodyn a couple of weeks ago, and so far I like the results. I haven't noticed any darkening to my skin, however, I will post again within 2-3 months to inform if I noticed any discoloration to my skin. I'm using Elta MD Broad Spectrum SPF 40 as part of my skin regimen, as advised by my dermatologist. I am not often too exposed to the sun, however, the little amount of time I am exposed to the sun, the sunscreen comes in handy."

• Loa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 10, 2019

"DO NOT TAKE THIS DRUG. My doctor put me on it for acne, and for the first two days, it wasn’t bad. Then I woke up with an allergic reaction all over my face that put me in the hospital. I was having horrible diarrhea and nausea and was even dizzy to the point where I couldn’t stand. This went on for three days straight and continued for three more after I stopped the medication. My dermatologist didn’t warn me how bad these side effects were and made me feel crazy when I told him about them. He even suggested taking it again to try to see if I would get 'used to it.' I don’t recommend this medication to anyone, it’s dangerous and scary."

• pil...
• September 29, 2010

"I took this for moderate acne, and I saw results very quickly. My skin was never terrible, but it was enough that it made me very self-conscious. Within the first few days, I saw my face clearing up. I didn't have any bad side effects, and when I took it consistently and on an empty stomach, my face was pretty much flawless. Recommended!"

• Jew...
• May 29, 2015

"I've been on minocycline for about a month now. And I've noticed a huge difference. Especially around my period, I don't break out as bad as I used to. My body is still adjusting to the medicine, but it's slowly showing results. If you have any problems with acne, visit a dermatologist. It's so worth it! It's so much better than buying all those expensive face washes that don't work. Trust me, I've tried everything! Good luck with curing your acne! Those are just a few things I've found work for me! :)"

• Dan...
• September 8, 2016

Minocycline "For those of you with acne and suffering mild to moderate acne like me. I don't have severe acne and like red big ones filled with pus or anything, but I have some along my jawline and next to my lips, and this medicine along with Onexton and Retin-A Micro, and the inflammation has really gone down like a lot! It's working great, and it's only been 1 week and 2 days. I can't imagine what it's going to be like in 2 weeks. Staying positive. Hope this works."

• sad...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 26, 2020

"I was taking this drug for acne for about 2 weeks, then suddenly started breaking out in hives every day. Usually in the night or afternoon. The hives were on all parts of my body, mostly arms, legs, and back. They were itchy for around 2 hours, then they went away for the most part. Started taking Benadryl to ease the hives. Wouldn't recommend it because of the negative reaction. Also, no change in acne while on medication."

• J12...
• November 28, 2017

"I’ve been on Akamin (the Australian brand of minocycline) for just over two weeks now. The first week that I was on it, my acne was the worst it’s ever been, but I knew it would likely get worse before it got better. I’m now two and a half weeks in, and my skin is completely clear. Definitely recommend speaking to your doctor or dermatologist about getting a prescription if you have trouble with acne."

• Epi...
• December 29, 2015

"This drug is effective... together with Epiduo. Why? Because Minocycline is a tetracycline antibiotic to cure bacterial infections: severe acne. Now, Epiduo is a gel with adapalene and benzoyl peroxide used to remove acne on one's face. Minocycline fights the bacteria in your body that cause acne, at the same time, Epiduo is used to remove present acne. Take Minocycline every day, but Epiduo is only used when you have 'present' acne on your face. This drug MUST be taken after eating. It may impair your thinking and thoughts, so don't be too shocked if it happens to you. And Epiduo MUST be used after cleansing your face and drying it. Make sure to use moisturizer. Using it for 8 months, I barely get acne now, and scars on my face are healing."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 4, 2016

"***UPDATED REVIEW*** 43-year-old with embarrassing blind pimples often turning to revolting whiteheads around the chin area. 8 weeks in, and my skin has never looked better. Zero side effects. Purple spots on my chin also gone. Lots of compliments on how good my skin looks. No breakouts at all. This medication does take a good few weeks to start working and even made my skin worse initially, but for me, it was well worth it. I also had mild rosacea that was the least of my skin concerns at the time, but that has reduced significantly, which was an unexpected bonus. I wish others the very best and hope they see good results in some form also."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 4, 2013

"I'm 14 years old and struggled with bad acne and still suffer with scarring. So I got prescribed this medication. I saw improvement within a week and was very excited. There were minor side effects that I had, like headaches and my eyes hurt. But it worked very well! I am still on this medication, and I take two a day now. It controls my acne and I really don't have that much, but maybe one or two bumps. But they are gone within 3-4 days. I'm very happy and my confidence has risen higher because of it. ♥"

• gra...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 17, 2013

"I'm not perfect with my eating and exercising habits, and alas, along with teenage hormones came acne. They're not horrific, but bad enough to be irritating and painful the week before menstruation. I used to take doxycycline, but even from the beginning, it gave me really bad nausea and headaches. I haven't noticed anything too bad with sun exposure on the minocycline, but have had more drowsiness and am currently experiencing headaches and dizziness. It cleared up everything along with my use of a Clarisonic and a benzyl-based topical cream. Definitely try it if other tetracyclines didn't work out for you. This one, despite the side effects, is doing the trick."

• ash...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 10, 2019

"I was on minocycline for a year and saw results pretty fast on my acne! My skin cleared up completely, and I had no side effects whatsoever. But, after the year my prescription ended, I've been off for like a week, and everything is coming back for crying out loud. Lol. I was on it for a whole year, so I thought it would be okay, but my face said no."

• ama...
• June 23, 2017

"This medication is horrible. After being on it for half a year, it caused me to have a condition called idiopathic intracranial hypertension. It is pretty much an extremely painful and severe buildup of pressure in your head (headaches that make you feel like you've been smashed in the head with a hammer), and I had to get a lumbar puncture and miss weeks of high school because I was bedridden. My optic nerves are permanently damaged. Also, it did nearly nothing for my acne until I added the birth control pill in addition to the minocycline. I had a terrible experience with minocycline due to this rare side effect, but everyone is different... but if you have chronic headaches for two months that worsen and are agonizing, go to the doctor!!!!"

• Anonymous
• October 14, 2019

"Great medication. Don’t think it gave me any side effects and cleared up my acne grade 2 folliculitis very well. Only thing is now I have come off as I ran out. I am getting my skin condition back again :( about to go get my script filled."

• Cla...
• October 10, 2019

"It worked after like 5 weeks, and I'm off it now, and I'm fine, but wow. This makes your skin so sensitive to sunlight. I can't go outside without my face getting a rash or getting sunburnt, no matter how much sunscreen I put on. :)"