Oracea

Doxycycline

Doxycycline is a broad-spectrum tetracycline-class antibiotic used in the treatment of infections caused by bacteria and certain parasites.[1] It is used to treat bacterial pneumonia, acne, chlamydia infections, Lyme disease, cholera, typhus, and syphilis.[1] It is also used to prevent malaria in combination with quinine.[1] Doxycycline may be taken by mouth or by injection into a vein.[1] Common side effects include diarrhea, na...

Hi I was just prescribed oracea for my rosacea & occular oracea I'm sensitive to all medications I'm scared to take it Does anyone know of side effects of this medication ? I heard upset stomach , yeast infection & weight gain is an issue ?.. Thankyou , Lisa ## Hello, Lisa! How are you? The active ingredient in Oracea is Doxycycline, so it is just an antibiotic, which means its most common side effects include nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Learn more Oracea details here. Weight gain is usually not an issue with them, but yes, yeast infections can occur, since it also kills off good bacteria in the body. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Thankyou for the info Right now my ocular rosacea is more problematic than my face I just had a react...

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I used Zyclara as directed for 2 weeks, the last 4 or 5 days on my cheeks. It peeled as I expected but left some scaring on 1 cheek, and both cheeks turned bright red. The redness did not go away in the following 2 weeks so my Dr told me to stop the 2nd treatment that was to begin Nov 28, 2019. Now 2 months lated the cheeks are just as red after Oracea 40mg and 2 different Rx creams with zero results. What now? Am I stuck with red cheeks forever? ## I also used Zyclara on my face as directed for 2 weeks on, then 2 weeks off. Had a few scabby red marks, but those faded before I began the second round of cream on June 14. Overnight, my face was full of red spots, much more reaction than the first time, which is "unusual" according to my doctor. I stopped on the 19th as I developed...

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I purchased epitrel at Cabo and can't read the instructions in spanish. How do you apply and how long to use leave it on your face? ## Epitrel contains the active ingredient Tretinoin, it's Retin-A. It is mostly used to treat severe acne. The directions say: Apply a very thin layer, at night, before bed. You only need to use a very small amount. Wash your face in the morning with a good cleanser, then follow with a good moisturizer. Read more: Is there anything else I can help with? ## Is there an expiration date. I have some that is 10 years old. unopened. ## can i use epitrel in conjunction with oracea

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NDC Database

Oracea 40 mg Enteric Coated Capsule by Galderma Laboratories, L.p. ## Markings: GLD;40 ## Shape: Capsule ## Color: Brown ## Package Codes: 0299-3822-02, 0299-3822-04, 0299-3822-05, 0299-3822-06, 0299-3822-07, 0299-3822-30 ## Active Ingredients: Doxycycline

NDC Database

Oracea 40 mg Enteric Coated Capsule by Physicians Total Care, Inc. ## Markings: CGPI;40 ## Shape: Capsule ## Color: Brown ## Package Codes: 54868-5676-0 ## Active Ingredients: Doxycycline