Lymecycline is an antibiotic medication that helps to reduce the symptoms of acne. It works by killing the bacteria causing infection and inflammation. It will take around eight weeks to cure acne.
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What should I do to get rid of my face and forehead acne?
Query: Hello doctor, I have severe acne mainly on my cheeks and forehead for a year, and now it continues to get worse, and there are no improvements. No matter how many times I go to the doctors. I am currently taking Lymecycline capsules for a month and the Differin gel at night. I have seen no improvem... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. During teenage, it is very common to get acne, especially on cheeks and forehead due to several reasons (primarily because of hormonal changes in puberty). It is advisable to wash your face multiple times to avoid the accumulation of dirt, which can lead to blockage ... Read Full »
Using Lymecycline has worsened my skin. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor,I have been prescribed Lymecycline for my skin. I am only in week one and my skin seems to have slightly worsened, with a really big hard lump on one side of my face. Do they work by drawing the impurities to the surface initially, and is my reaction normal? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Worsening of acne is not because of Lymecycline as the medicine takes time to start its action. It is simply the closed comedones which are converting into active pimples. Read Full »
My period is delayed, and I noticed spotting recently. Also, I am sexually inactive. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am 18 years old. I have not got my period yet and it has been 15 days past my expected date. Previously, my period had been irregular. A couple of days ago, I noticed some spotting. I have been taking the tablet Lymecycline 408 mg for three years. I am not sexually active and not ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. We will pay close attention to your worries and address all your questions with utmost care. From your history, I presume you have PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease). This is a congenital condition, which means it is a genetically programmed condition, and you can acqu... Read Full »
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