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Reviewer: cw, 19-24 Male on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)
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I have tried every treatment possible for my acne and i have had it for over 6 years, GPs never want to refer me so i've been stuck on just creams and antibiotics, finally went back to my GP and he put me on doxy for 3 months at one a day and i'm a week out from finishing my second month. First 2 weeks > skin stayed the same Remaining 2 weeks of the month > skin broke out bad
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Reviewer: 25-34 Male on Treatment for 1 to less than 2 years
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I am taking this medicine for long time now 20 MG twice a Day. everytime i stop this medicine acne comes back. As of now no side effects. I asked many Dr they said you can continue taking for long, no issues but i am not sure if i will have any issues in longer run. Can anyone recommend how to get rid of this tablet and still have clear skin?
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Reviewer: Caroline, 13-18 Female on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)
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i had quite severe cystic acne, and I took 2 100mg tablets twice a day (after a meal). It took 3 months but it completly cleared my skin up again. I haven't suffered from any side affects.
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Reviewer: STAY AWAY!, 13-18 Male on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)
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Severe pain in stomach. Tightness in chest. Tingling in hands and face. I'm 17 years old and thought I was going to die in my bed. Went to emergency and was told to immediately discontinue. These symptoms lasted for another three weeks. I was terrified it would never end. DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT
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Reviewer: Sandra Miguelle, 25-34 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)
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I was prescribed this medicine for acne, I can say it does work. Has some side effects, that's why I stop taking it but other than that the medicine is effective.
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