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I Am Using Doxycycline 100 Mg Once A Day For

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Posted on Wed, 9 Dec 2020
Question: i am using doxycycline 100 mg once a day for 1 month now for acne on face as per the prescription.
but when i stop taking tablets acne appears again on face.
could you please let me know for how many weeks/months doxycycline should be taken to eradicate acne completely.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (4 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Regarding acne

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to ask a doctor service. I have gone through your query and noted your concern.

Oral antibiotics can be gjven for 3 months if required, in one go. In addition I would also suggest you to use a topical antiacne preparation like benzoyl peroxide 2.5% gel, twice daily for active acne lesions.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you need any more assistance
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I Am Using Doxycycline 100 Mg Once A Day For

Brief Answer: Regarding acne Detailed Answer: Hello and welcome to ask a doctor service. I have gone through your query and noted your concern. Oral antibiotics can be gjven for 3 months if required, in one go. In addition I would also suggest you to use a topical antiacne preparation like benzoyl peroxide 2.5% gel, twice daily for active acne lesions. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you need any more assistance