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On Depakote ER. Has Cystic Acne On Chest And Back. Will Doxycycline Cause Any Stomach Issues?
Hi my 19 year son has been on Depakote ER for a year (previously Depakene from 13-17.5) His seizures have been under control for almost 5 years. He has bad cystic acne on chest and back. Went to dermatologist today, worried that Doxycycline may bring on stomach issues especially with the taking the Depakote. Currently his stomach is doing okay. What do you think?
Mon, 10 Jun 2013
Hi, your 19 year son is on depakene , seizures under controle. He had bad cystic acne on chest and back. doctor worried of giving doxycycline may cause stomach issue.
Dont worry, i in such situation, prefer to give omeprazole to counteract the gastric irritation of the drugs. Thank you.
Dont worry, i in such situation, prefer to give omeprazole to counteract the gastric irritation of the drugs. Thank you.
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