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Doxycycline 50mg 28 Capsules for Acne

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Doxycycline is an antibiotic that is used for treating moderate to severe inflammatory acne, or mild acne that is not improving with other treatments. It belongs to the group of antibiotics called tetracyclines. Doxycycline works by reducing and preventing the production of acne-causing bacteria on the skin. This type of bacteria is called cutibacterium acnes.

Doxycycline calms inflammation resulting in improved redness and visibility of puss-filled bumps.

It is usually recommended that you take doxycycline alongside a topical acne medication, such as Adapalene (Differin) gel for best results. It may take up to 2 weeks before you notice improvements and you may need to take Doxycycline for up to 12 weeks to address the bacteria that are causing it.

Effective acne treatment that is used to treat moderate to severe inflammatory acne, or mild inflammatory acne that is not getting better with other treatments
Your acne might start improving in as little as 2 weeks
Helps with redness and inflammation
Works by preventing the replication of bacteria that can lead to breakouts
You will see the best results if you use a topical acne medication alongside these tablets

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How to use Doxycycline 50mg 28 Capsules for Acne

Always take your medicine exactly as your doctor has instructed. If you are unsure, you can check with one of our medical experts. You should not take more than your doctor has recommended.

The usual dose for treating Acne is one 50mg capsule to be taken daily for 6 to12 weeks, with food or at least 150ml of fluid.

If you forget to take it
Take the dose as soon as you remember to take it unless it is nearly time to take your next dose. If that is the case, leave the missed dose and take your next dose at the usual time.

Never take two doses at the same time. Never take an extra dose to make up for a forgotten one.

If you find that you struggle to remember to take your doses, it could help to set an alarm to remind you. You could also ask your pharmacist for advice on other ways to remember to take your medicines.

If you take too much
It is unlikely to harm you if you take an extra dose of doxycycline, however, contact us if you are worried or you have taken more than one extra dose.

Side effects of Doxycycline 50mg 28 Capsules for Acne

Doxycycline is not suitable for some people. To make sure it is safe for you, tell your doctor if you:

have ever had an allergic reaction to doxycycline or any other medicine
have an inflamed food pipe (oesophagitis)
have myasthenia gravis, a condition that causes severe muscle weakness
have kidney or liver problems
are pregnant or breastfeeding
have lupus, an autoimmune disease

Possible side effects

Like all medicines, Doxycycline can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Stop taking your medicine and tell your doctor immediately or go to an accident and emergency if you notice any of the following symptoms.

Although the symptoms are very rare, they may be severe.

A ringing or buzzing noise in the ear (tinnitus)
Severe skin reactions such as erythema multiforme (circular, irregular red patches), Stevens-Johnson syndrome (rash with flushing, fever, blisters or ulcers), toxic epidermal necrolysis (reddening, peeling and swelling that resembles burns)
Symptoms of an allergic reaction - sudden wheeziness, difficulty in breathing, chest pain, fever, sudden swellings of the face, lips, tongue, throat, hands or feet, rash or itching (especially affecting the whole body),
Pericarditis (inflammation of the membrane surrounding the heart)
Worsening of systemic lupus erythematosus (autoimmune disease)
Fever, swollen lymph nodes or skin rash. These may be symptoms of a condition known as DRESS (Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms) and can be severe and life-threatening.
If you experience any of the side effects listed below, tell your doctor as soon as possible:
Sensitivity to sunlight - you may get a skin rash, itching, redness, or severe sunburn when out in sunlight or after using a sunbed
Swollen tongue, severe watery or bloody diarrhoea, fever, and cramps (pseudomembranous colitis), stomach pains
Low blood pressure
Aches in the joints or muscles
Unusual rapid heartbeats (palpitations)
Fainting
Porphyria (sensitivity of the skin to sunlight, inflammation of nerves and stomach pains)
The Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction which causes fever, chills, headache, muscle pain and a skin rash that is usually self-limiting. This occurs shortly after starting doxycycline treatment for infections with spirochete such as Lyme disease

The side effects listed below may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Tell us if any of these side effects continue to bother you:

Common: may affect up to 1 in 10 people

Feeling or being sick
Headache

Uncommon: may affect up to 1 in 100 people

Vaginal infection
Heartburn

Rare: may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people

Increased levels of urea in the blood
Bulging fontanelles (soft spot on the head) of infants
Increased pressure in the skull (severe headache which may be associated with visual disturbances such as blurred vision, double vision, or loss of vision)
Anxiety
Inflammation and/or ulcers of the gastrointestinal tract (symptoms may include sore mouth, indigestion, and difficulty swallowing)
Loss of appetite
Diarrhoea
Soreness and itching of the rectal and/or genital area
Skin reddening (flushing)
Jaundice (yellowing of the skin or white of the eyes) has rarely been reported
Pancreatitis (manifested by severe upper abdominal pain) has rarely been reported
Discolouration of thyroid tissue (does not affect thyroid function)
Changes in liver function tests
Hepatitis (inflammation of the liver)
Liver failure
Loosening of the nail from the nail bed after exposure to the sun
Blood disorders (symptoms may include tiredness, weakness, easy bruising or susceptibility to infection)
Yeast infection around the anus or genitals
Skin Hyperpigmentation (with chronic use of doxycycline)

Not known: frequency cannot be estimated from the available data

Vaginitis
Discolouration and/or lack of growth of teeth

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I use doxycycline 50mg for acne?

The usual dosage of doxycycline for the treatment of acne is 50 mg to 100 mg per day. Do not exceed the recommended dose and follow your doctor's recommendations. Take one or two doses of doxycycline each day. Usually, doxycycline is prescribed for usage once or twice daily.

How fast does doxycycline clear up acne?

Doxycycline takes some time to reduce acne-causing bacteria's ability to spread. You might need to take doxycycline for up to 3 months before you start seeing results, which could take 2 weeks.

Will doxycycline clear up acne?

Some antibiotics, like doxycycline and erythromycin, help minimise inflammation and the number of P. acnes bacteria on your skin. You might notice reduced acne and sometimes clearing when that occurs.

What is 50 mg doxycycline used for?

Many different bacterial infections, including those that result in acne, are treated with this medication. Malaria prevention is another usage for this drug. This drug is in the group of tetracycline antibiotics.

What does doxycycline do to your face?

In many different areas of the body, doxycycline is used to treat bacterial infections. It is also used to treat rosacea, commonly known as acne rosacea or adult acne, which causes pimples and abscesses, typically on the face.

How long does doxycycline 50 mg take to work?

After taking doxycycline for as few as 2 hours, it begins to work. However, it could take up to 24 to 48 hours (1 to 2 days) to start feeling the effects, depending on the infection you have. Although doxycycline normally takes 1 to 2 weeks to completely clear an infection, certain infections can take up to 2 months.

What type of acne does doxycycline treat?

Currently, doxycycline and minocycline are the most often prescribed tetracyclines in dermatology. These medicines are primarily used to treat acne vulgaris and have a long history of success and safety.

Why is my acne getting worse on doxycycline?

When you start taking doxycycline, you can have unexpected breakouts and a worsening of your acne condition, but this is nothing to be concerned about. Simply put, when you use this medicine, your acne gets worse before it gets better. However, definitely see your dermatologist if it persists.

What are the common side effects of doxycycline?

These common side effects of doxycycline happen in around 1 in 10 people. There are things you can do to help cope with them:

Headaches
Feeling sick (nausea)
Being sick (vomiting)
Skin being sensitive to sunlight

How do I take doxycycline 50 mg for acne?

You can purchase doxycycline as a tablet or capsule to take orally along with a full glass of water. Doxycycline is often taken in doses of 50 mg or 100 mg once daily for the treatment of acne.

When should I take doxycycline morning or night?

If you take it twice a day, this could be first thing in the morning and evening – before you go to bed. Try to avoid lying down for at least 30 minutes after taking doxycycline. This helps to prevent any irritation.

Patient Information Leaflet

Important - Before taking any medication, it is always important to read the Patient Information Leaflet (PIL)

Doxycycline 50mg 28 Capsules for Acne - Patient Information Leaflet