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Could The Intake Of Doxycycline Hyclate Be Affecting My Period?
Hello, I have been taking doxycycline hyclate for a few months for acne. Since I began taking it my period has been late each month. I have read online that other women taking this medication have experienced the same thing. Could the medication be affecting my period? I am sexually active, and usually very safe, however there have been times where I wasn t safe. Thank you!
Thu, 26 Nov 2015
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you are taking Doxycycline for acne and you started experiencing delay in periods which is very common after taking Doxycycline in females who are sexually active or not. Need not to worry. You should consult gynecologist for this and get ultrasound of both ovaries done and start treatment after proper prescription. For acne you should apply aloe vera gel and apply azelaic acid containing cream twice a day as this is safe and natural extract of cereals. Drink 6-7 glasses of water daily and add fresh fruits and vegetables to your diet. Do not scratch pimples as they will get infected , leave acne mark on face .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you are taking Doxycycline for acne and you started experiencing delay in periods which is very common after taking Doxycycline in females who are sexually active or not. Need not to worry. You should consult gynecologist for this and get ultrasound of both ovaries done and start treatment after proper prescription. For acne you should apply aloe vera gel and apply azelaic acid containing cream twice a day as this is safe and natural extract of cereals. Drink 6-7 glasses of water daily and add fresh fruits and vegetables to your diet. Do not scratch pimples as they will get infected , leave acne mark on face .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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