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A member asked:

I started taking minocycline a week ago once a day for my acne. what are the potential side effects?

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Mild: It can upset your stomach or gut. Don't get pregnant while you're taking it. Never use it as sole therapy for your acne; topical benzoyl peroxide works great with this medication.

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Answered 5/2/2015

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