Lymecycline

What is it and what does it do?

Lymecycline is a drug taken in capsule form to help clear acne. It has an active ingredient that treats inflammation, infection, blackheads, and whiteheads caused by acne. It is a form of antibiotic and it is used to tackle acne caused by bacteria and other bacterial infections, from bronchitis to sexually transmitted infections, this medication can produce results within a few weeks.

It works by destroying the bacteria that cause acne (known as Propionebacterium acnes) and stops it multiplying, it does this by stopping it from making the protein they need to survive. Reducing the number of bacteria through this process helps to clear up the symptoms of acne.

Lymecycline is a member of the family of medicines known as tetracycline antibiotics.

How to take lymecycline:

Take the capsules with a glass of water. For acne the usual dose is one to be taken once a day at the same time, preferably in the morning. Contingent on the severity of your acne you may take this medication for 8 weeks. After 8 weeks, your doctor will check if your condition is improving and decide whether you should take lymecycline longer term.

Your GP will determine your dose based on the infection it is being used to treat, the dose may be increased for other infections. If you have not seen an improvement after 7 days, speak to your doctor.

Side effects of lymecycline?

Like all drugs, there are some side effects. Some are more common than others and not everyone who takes this medication will experience them. The most common side effects affect around 1 in 100 people and they are; diarrhoea, nausea, stomach pain and headaches.

Rarer but more serious side effects can include severe allergic reaction such as:

• Swelling of the throat, tongue, face or lips
• Difficulty with breathing
• Peeling or blistering of the skin
• Lesions or ulcers of the genitals, anus, mouth or, lips
• Visual disturbances
• Severe headaches
• Indications of liver problems such as dark wee, pale poo, yellow skin and yellowing of the whites of eyes
• Skin sensitive to the sun

If you experience any of these serious side effects stop taking this drug and see a doctor immediately.

If you’re having a severe reaction call 999 or go to your nearest emergency department urgently as allergies can be life-threatening.

Who is it suitable for?

The medicine is suitable for children over 12 years old and adults who are suffering from acne caused by bacteria not being controlled by changes to lifestyle.

Lymecycline is also a suitable treatment for a variety of bacterial infections such as bronchitis, chlamydia or acute sinusitis, as well as abdominal infections. Speak to your doctor about taking lymecycline for things other than acne.

Who shouldn’t take this treatment?

For some, lymecycline may not be the most appropriate treatment for acne. This could be the case if you have a medical condition that could be worsened by taking lymecycline or if you’re taking other another medication which might interact with this drug.

If any of the following apply, you must not take this medicine:

• Are allergic to lymecycline (or any ingredients in this medicine, check the patient information leaflet)
• If you currently or have ever had kidney disease
• Are under 12
• Kidney or liver problems
• Lupus
• Myasthenia Gravis
• Are breastfeeding or pregnant

Lymecycline and pregnancy:

This medicine is not recommended while breastfeeding or pregnant.

Always ask your GP for advice before taking any drug while breastfeeding or pregnant. Tetracycline antibiotics such as lymecycline could pass into breast milk and may cause discolouration of the infant’s teeth. It may also cross the placenta and affect the development of an unborn baby’s skeleton and teeth.

Can I take lymecycline with other medicines?

Always tell your GP, health care professional or pharmacist if you’re taking other medicine. This includes non-prescription, as well as prescription or any supplements you may be taking, to ensure that there isn’t a risk of lymecycline interacting with them, which may cause unpleasant side effects.

These medicines have been known to interact with lymecycline and should not be taken at the same time.

• Antacids
• Iron supplements
• Supplements containing aluminium, magnesium, calcium, zinc, and bismuth
• Quinapril
• Warfarin
• Isotretinoin
• Diuretics
• Medicines for epilepsy such as phenytoin and carbamazepine

There might be other medicines not listed here, always inform your GP of any medicine you’re currently taking.

Contraceptive pills and Lymecycline:

Lymecycline is not known to interfere with contraceptive pills (including the combined pill and emergency contraceptive pills) or stop them from working. However, if you have side effects while such as vomiting or diarrhoea while taking lymecycline, your pill may not have been fully absorbed and as a result, you may be less protected. Read the information leaflet of your specific contraceptive pill to find out what to do if you’ve had diarrhoea or been vomiting while taking your pill.

Do I need a prescription for lymecycline?

In order to buy lymecycline online, you need a prescription from a licensed prescriber. To buy this medicine from MedsRUs, complete our online consultation and if you are seen to be suitable by our prescribers, we will dispense your medication from our UK-based pharmacy and send it to you via secure delivery service.

Can I buy Lymecycline online?

Yes, you can buy Lymecycline online safely through MedsRUs. Simply fill in our medical questionnaire, and our certified prescribers will check to see if this medication is suitable for you and your condition. If deemed suitable, you will be provided with a prescription and the medication will be dispensed and sent directly to you, hassle free.

The process is completely confidential and discreet, takes just minutes and you can order the medication you need without even having to leave your home. Get started now by clicking the ‘Start consultation’ button at the top of this page.