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Acne - Change in meds
smitherz
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Right, Just starting a new cycle of anti-bacterial tablets called Erythromycin to help treat with Acne after coming off a course of Oxytetracycline because they did not work.
Has anyone had any experience with this medication?
And does anyone know if they affect protein synthesis?
Has anyone had any experience with this medication?
And does anyone know if they affect protein synthesis?
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No idea about the protein thing though
Isn't really working for me at the moment although i am on a low dose. Drinking plenty of water throughout the day seems to be best. I wanted Accutane but my Doctor won't prescribe it to me, i think i would have to go to the dermatological department and have regular blood work done.
Mine is a liquid - comes in handy to dab on the odd zit.
Yes it has to be prescribed by a dermatologist and you have to have routine blood tests every so often.
I think your doctor would have to explore other courses of treatment firstly before referring you.
Not in us no. they target a ribosome (involved in protein synthesis) that is specific to bacteria..