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What Causes Irritation Of Skin While On Doxycycline?
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Sun, 26 Jul 2015
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Sun, 26 Jul 2015
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Question : I'm a 22 year female nd suffering from acne problems for the past 2 months. My doctor suggested me to use faceline a and doxycycline.. Bt instead of curing, it's causing irritation and my skin started to peel. Nd now he s suggesting to use aquasoft moisturizer. So shld i continue with faceline or I need a break?
Brief Answer:
You need a break
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for your query.
It seems that you are developing sensitivity of skin which is a common side effect of doxycycline. I would suggest that you do not apply any products on your face for now as you may develop redness i.e sensitive skin. Your face skin is already peeling and will predispose to side effects of skin products as well.
Thus I will recommend that you use a mild soap that contains sandalwood (will calm the skin), use adequate face cream or moisturizer and take a break from medicines. Avoid faceline and face make-up as well.
Hope it helps.
Dr Vaishalee
You need a break
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for your query.
It seems that you are developing sensitivity of skin which is a common side effect of doxycycline. I would suggest that you do not apply any products on your face for now as you may develop redness i.e sensitive skin. Your face skin is already peeling and will predispose to side effects of skin products as well.
Thus I will recommend that you use a mild soap that contains sandalwood (will calm the skin), use adequate face cream or moisturizer and take a break from medicines. Avoid faceline and face make-up as well.
Hope it helps.
Dr Vaishalee
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