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Is Doxrid Advisable For Acne?

Hello Doctor,

I am Female residing in Chennai 23 yrs old and unmarried. Since i am undergoing with problem of Acne my derm has prescribed me Doxrid (Doxycyline 100 mg). I would like to know if it is safe it take. Since i am getting more acne i have been prescribe this. My marriage is on next year october 2012
Thu, 20 Aug 2015
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Dermatologist 's  Response
Hi,

I can understand your concern for acne vulgaris. It is a multifactorial skin disease with genetic influence. Stress,oily food,dandruff ,excessive sun exposure,drugs like steroids,pills...etc might precipitate or exacerbate the disease.you consult dermatologist for firm diagnosis and treatment.

Antibiotics like minocycline or doxycycline may be taken. Both should be avoided in pregnancy...Clindamycine gel may be applied on the lesions daily at night. Cleanse the face with antiseptic face wash like cetaphil lotion.
Have patience...

I hope you got my answer.

Thanks.

Dr. Ilyas Patel MD
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Is Doxrid Advisable For Acne?

Hi, I can understand your concern for acne vulgaris. It is a multifactorial skin disease with genetic influence. Stress,oily food,dandruff ,excessive sun exposure,drugs like steroids,pills...etc might precipitate or exacerbate the disease.you consult dermatologist for firm diagnosis and treatment. Antibiotics like minocycline or doxycycline may be taken. Both should be avoided in pregnancy...Clindamycine gel may be applied on the lesions daily at night. Cleanse the face with antiseptic face wash like cetaphil lotion. Have patience... I hope you got my answer. Thanks. Dr. Ilyas Patel MD