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How long, and at what dose, doxycycline is normally prescribed for for acne? is it safe to take long term?

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Physician decision: This is in common use for acne in various protocols. The dose/frequency & duration is determined by the prescribing physician after a thorough review of the case.

Dr Modi agreed

Answered 7/23/2019

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