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Been taking doxycycline 50 for 26 days continuously for acne. i missed 3 days and took it for 11 before that. would this delay it's effectiveness?
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Missing 3 days: should probably not diminish its effectiveness, if you've been taking it for 26 days. But I wouldn't miss again. Hope this helps!
Answered 5/22/2016
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