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Would it be a good idea to take birth control for my acne? or would doxycycline hyclate be better?
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Yes: Bcp would help to control acne, however, a certain bcp is specifically designed for acne control like yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol). Others might be helpful including ortho tri-cyclen and estrostep. Keep in mind, not all bcps work with the same effect. Doxycycline and minocycline, taken orally, are two classic oral medicines for acne. Usually work better than ocp.
Answered 2/16/2013
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