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I ate dairy products and immediately after took doxycycline to treat my acne and minutes later i had massive stomach cramps? could this be an ulcer or something else? how long does it take for a stomach ulcer to develop?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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NOT: an ULCER BUT an adverse reaction (not "allergic" "ADVERSE" reaction to doxy is possible and quite common! Other drug for acne prevention and treatment are available..... Hope this is helpful Dr Z

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Answered 2/27/2018

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