Amzeeq

Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Relapsing Fever, Trachoma + 22 more

Treatment

9 Active Studies for Amzeeq

Treatment for

Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever

What is Amzeeq

MinocyclineThe Generic name of this drug

Treatment SummaryMinocycline is a type of antibiotic that was first developed in 1966. It is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, and has been modified to be more effective than older tetracycline antibiotics. Minocycline was approved by the FDA in 1971 and is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.

Minocinis the brand name

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Amzeeq Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Minocin

Minocycline

1990

305

Effectiveness

How Amzeeq Affects PatientsMinocycline is an antibiotic given to treat bacterial infections. It works by blocking the production of proteins needed by the bacteria to survive. It is usually taken 2-4 times a day, with each dose lasting a short amount of time. The maximum amount of minocycline that can be taken in 24 hours is 400mg. Patients should be warned about the potential risks associated with taking minocycline, such as problems with tooth and bone development, inflammation of the colon, central nervous system side effects, and increased pressure in the head.

How Amzeeq works in the bodyTetracyclines work by preventing the binding of amino acids to the 30S ribosome in bacterial cells, thus blocking protein synthesis. They enter the cells through porins, which are specialized proteins, and then bind to cations like magnesium. This allows them to move into the periplasm and then into the cytoplasm, where they can do their work.

When to interrupt dosage

The proposed measure of Amzeeq is contingent upon the diagnosed condition, for instance Periodontitis, Rickettsialpox and Lymphogranuloma Venereum. The volume of dosage is contingent upon the method of administration (e.g. Capsule, extended release or Tablet, film coated, extended release) as presented in the table below.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Campylobacter fetus

, 75.0 mg, 45.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 135.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 65.0 mg, 115.0 mg, 55.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 67.5 mg, 112.5 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.015 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg

, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Capsule, coated pellets, Capsule, coated pellets - Oral, Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, Powder - Oral, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Topical

Typhus infections

, 75.0 mg, 45.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 135.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 65.0 mg, 115.0 mg, 55.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 67.5 mg, 112.5 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.015 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg

, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Capsule, coated pellets, Capsule, coated pellets - Oral, Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, Powder - Oral, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Topical

Conjunctivitis, Inclusion

, 75.0 mg, 45.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 135.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 65.0 mg, 115.0 mg, 55.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 67.5 mg, 112.5 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.015 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg

, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Capsule, coated pellets, Capsule, coated pellets - Oral, Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, Powder - Oral, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Topical

Granuloma Inguinale

, 75.0 mg, 45.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 135.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 65.0 mg, 115.0 mg, 55.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 67.5 mg, 112.5 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.015 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg

, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Capsule, coated pellets, Capsule, coated pellets - Oral, Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, Powder - Oral, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Topical

Respiratory Tract Infections

, 75.0 mg, 45.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 135.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 65.0 mg, 115.0 mg, 55.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 67.5 mg, 112.5 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.015 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg

, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Capsule, coated pellets, Capsule, coated pellets - Oral, Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, Powder - Oral, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Topical

Inflammation

, 75.0 mg, 45.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 135.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 65.0 mg, 115.0 mg, 55.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 67.5 mg, 112.5 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.015 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg

, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Capsule, coated pellets, Capsule, coated pellets - Oral, Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, Powder - Oral, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Topical

Chancroid

, 75.0 mg, 45.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 135.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 65.0 mg, 115.0 mg, 55.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 67.5 mg, 112.5 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.015 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg

, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Capsule, coated pellets, Capsule, coated pellets - Oral, Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, Powder - Oral, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Topical

Rickettsia Infections

, 75.0 mg, 45.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 135.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 65.0 mg, 115.0 mg, 55.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 67.5 mg, 112.5 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.015 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg

, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Capsule, coated pellets, Capsule, coated pellets - Oral, Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, Powder - Oral, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Topical

Dental Scaling

, 75.0 mg, 45.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 135.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 65.0 mg, 115.0 mg, 55.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 67.5 mg, 112.5 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.015 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg

, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Capsule, coated pellets, Capsule, coated pellets - Oral, Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, Powder - Oral, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Topical

Disease

, 75.0 mg, 45.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 135.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 65.0 mg, 115.0 mg, 55.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 67.5 mg, 112.5 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.015 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg

, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Capsule, coated pellets, Capsule, coated pellets - Oral, Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, Powder - Oral, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Topical

Acne Vulgaris

, 75.0 mg, 45.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 135.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 65.0 mg, 115.0 mg, 55.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 67.5 mg, 112.5 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.015 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg

, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Capsule, coated pellets, Capsule, coated pellets - Oral, Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, Powder - Oral, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Topical

Dental Root Planing

, 75.0 mg, 45.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 135.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 65.0 mg, 115.0 mg, 55.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 67.5 mg, 112.5 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.015 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg

, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Capsule, coated pellets, Capsule, coated pellets - Oral, Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, Powder - Oral, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Topical

Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever

, 75.0 mg, 45.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 135.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 65.0 mg, 115.0 mg, 55.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 67.5 mg, 112.5 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.015 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg

, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Capsule, coated pellets, Capsule, coated pellets - Oral, Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, Powder - Oral, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Topical

Relapsing Fever

, 75.0 mg, 45.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 135.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 65.0 mg, 115.0 mg, 55.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 67.5 mg, 112.5 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.015 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg

, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Capsule, coated pellets, Capsule, coated pellets - Oral, Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, Powder - Oral, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Topical

Trachoma

, 75.0 mg, 45.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 135.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 65.0 mg, 115.0 mg, 55.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 67.5 mg, 112.5 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.015 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg

, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Capsule, coated pellets, Capsule, coated pellets - Oral, Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, Powder - Oral, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Topical

Tularemia

, 75.0 mg, 45.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 135.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 65.0 mg, 115.0 mg, 55.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 67.5 mg, 112.5 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.015 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg

, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Capsule, coated pellets, Capsule, coated pellets - Oral, Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, Powder - Oral, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Topical

Plague

, 75.0 mg, 45.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 135.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 65.0 mg, 115.0 mg, 55.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 67.5 mg, 112.5 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.015 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg

, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Capsule, coated pellets, Capsule, coated pellets - Oral, Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, Powder - Oral, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Topical

Q Fever

, 75.0 mg, 45.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 135.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 65.0 mg, 115.0 mg, 55.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 67.5 mg, 112.5 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.015 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg

, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Capsule, coated pellets, Capsule, coated pellets - Oral, Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, Powder - Oral, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Topical

Psittacosis

, 75.0 mg, 45.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 135.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 65.0 mg, 115.0 mg, 55.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 67.5 mg, 112.5 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.015 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg

, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Capsule, coated pellets, Capsule, coated pellets - Oral, Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, Powder - Oral, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Topical

Bartonellosis

, 75.0 mg, 45.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 135.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 65.0 mg, 115.0 mg, 55.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 67.5 mg, 112.5 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.015 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg

, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Capsule, coated pellets, Capsule, coated pellets - Oral, Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, Powder - Oral, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Topical

Warnings

Amzeeq has two contraindications and should not be taken when experiencing any of the conditions given in the table below.Amzeeq Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions

Do Not Combine

Minocycline may interact with Pulse Frequency

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Amzeeq.

Common Amzeeq Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Amdinocillin

Major

The therapeutic efficacy of Amdinocillin can be decreased when used in combination with Minocycline.

Amoxicillin

Major

The therapeutic efficacy of Amoxicillin can be decreased when used in combination with Minocycline.

Ampicillin

Major

The therapeutic efficacy of Ampicillin can be decreased when used in combination with Minocycline.

Aspoxicillin

Major

The therapeutic efficacy of Aspoxicillin can be decreased when used in combination with Minocycline.

Azidocillin

Major

The therapeutic efficacy of Azidocillin can be decreased when used in combination with Minocycline.

Amzeeq Toxicity & Overdose RiskThe lowest toxic dose of minocycline in rats is 2380mg/kg and in mice is 3600mg/kg. In rats, the lowest toxic dose when administered intraperitoneally is 331mg/kg and in mice is 299mg/kg. When administered subcutaneously, the lowest toxic dose in rats is 1700mg/kg and in mice is 2290mg/kg. Symptoms of minocycline overdose include dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. If an overdose occurs, minocycline should be discontinued and the patient should be treated with supportive care.

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Amzeeq Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Amzeeq?

Ten active trials are currently being conducted to evaluate the efficacy of Amzeeq in providing relief from Psittacosis, Tularemia and other Diseases.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Lymphogranuloma Venereum

0 Actively Recruiting

Conjunctivitis, Inclusion

0 Actively Recruiting

Urethritis

0 Actively Recruiting

Rickettsia Infections

0 Actively Recruiting

Plague

0 Actively Recruiting

Gum Disease

7 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 3

Brucellosis

0 Actively Recruiting

Chancroid

0 Actively Recruiting

Campylobacter fetus

0 Actively Recruiting

Rickettsialpox

0 Actively Recruiting

Q Fever

0 Actively Recruiting

Trachoma

1 Actively Recruiting

Phase 4

Disease

0 Actively Recruiting

Psittacosis

0 Actively Recruiting

Respiratory Tract Infections

1 Actively Recruiting

Phase 2

Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever

0 Actively Recruiting

Bartonellosis

0 Actively Recruiting

Inflammation

0 Actively Recruiting

Acne Vulgaris

0 Actively Recruiting

Typhus infections

0 Actively Recruiting

Amzeeq Reviews: What are patients saying about Amzeeq?

5Patient Review

9/8/2021

Amzeeq for Acne

I'm extremely happy with the results of this treatment.

5Patient Review

1/9/2021

Amzeeq for Acne

This treatment is amazing. I'm so happy with the results.

5Patient Review

2/26/2021

Amzeeq for Acne

Really great topical product!

5Patient Review

10/28/2020

Amzeeq for Acne

This stuff is amazing! It feels great on my skin and has helped reduce the red bumps and regular acne. The whiteheads I used to get on my jawline have diminished and any remaining ones are smaller, so I'm less prone to noticing/picking them.

5Patient Review

9/14/2022

Amzeeq for Acne

I've never had clear skin for more than a day, but since using this treatment at night, I'm really blown away by the results. My skin has been clear for over a year now and I don't plan on stopping anytime soon.

5Patient Review

10/20/2020

Amzeeq for Acne

Really helped with getting rid of my acne. This stuff works!

4.7Patient Review

5/5/2022

Amzeeq for Acne

Amzeeq is the only acne medication that has worked for me, and I've tried a lot. You definitely have to be consistent with it, but it's worth it. The main downside is that if you're not careful, it can easily stain your clothes and pillowcases.

2.3Patient Review

8/7/2022

Amzeeq for Acne

I've been using Amzeeq for two months now, in combination with Winlevi and Tretinoin 0.05. I started seeing benefits from Winlevi and Tretinoin long before, but haven't noticed any improvement since adding Amzeeq to the mix. On the contrary, I feel like my skin is actually worse off than it was before.

2Patient Review

10/13/2021

Amzeeq for Acne

This foam doesn't seem to have much staying power, and it also leaves everything it touches yellow.

1.3Patient Review

10/11/2021

Amzeeq for Acne

Unfortunately, this didn't help with my facial infection. If anything, it made things worse by clogging my pores and causing more cysts.

1Patient Review

11/23/2021

Amzeeq for Acne

I would not recommend this treatment because it is oily, transfers and stains easily. I have also experienced an increase in cystic acne.

1Patient Review

2/5/2022

Amzeeq for Acne

gave me the absolute worst cystic breakout I've ever experienced. I'm still dealing with the scars months later. So not worth it, thanks to the incompetent dermatologist who prescribed this instead of Accutane.

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Patient Q&A Section about amzeeq

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Is Amzeeq good for cystic acne?

"Amzeeq is a foam form of minocycline, which is the main oral antibiotic for treating moderate to severe cystic acne. The approval of Amzeeq is of great interest because it avoids the possible complications seen with oral minocycline and has all the same beneficial effects."

Answered by AI

How effective is Amzeeq?

"After the first two weeks of treatment, you may start to see some results

The text is discussing the results of scientific studies that compare the effectiveness of AMZEEQ to a placebo foa"

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How quickly does Amzeeq work?

"The AMZEEQ acne treatment may start working after a few weeks, but it is important to continue using the treatment as prescribed by your doctor in order to achieve your desired results."

Answered by AI

What does Amzeeq do for skin?

"The purpose of this medication is to treat acne or rosacea. Minocycline is classified as a tetracycline antibiotic, though it is not meant to treat skin infections. This drug helps to reduce the number of pimples and red bumps associated with acne or rosacea."

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Clinical Trials for Amzeeq

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Minimally Invasive Flap Procedure + Emdogain for Gum Disease

This trial studies a modified approach to a minimally invasive periodontal procedure, using a videoscope to better view and debride root surfaces. The goal is to improve the traditional "gingival curettage" technique.

Texas A&M School of DentistryInstitut Straumann AG

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GentleWave vs. Waterlase for Root Canal Treatment

Chapel Hill, NC

This trial compared the success rates of three different root canal treatments: the GentleWave System, Waterlase iPlus, and conventional root canal treatment using passive ultrasonic activation. They also looked at clinician and patient experiences with the different techniques. They found that the GentleWave System and Waterlase iPlus had higher success rates than the conventional root canal treatment, and that both were acceptable to clinicians and patients.

Waitlist Available

Univeristy of North Carolina Adams School of DentistryGlenn Karunanayake, BDS, MS

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SRP + MM for Gum Disease

This trial will study the effects of minocycline microspheres as an adjunct to scaling and root planing, in comparison to subjects who only receive scaling and root planing, and to subjects with healthy periodontal conditions.

West Virginia UniversityArif Salman, DDSBausch Health Americas, Inc.

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Videoscope-Assisted Surgery for Gum Disease

This trial is testing whether the use of a videoscope to improve visualization of the surgical field during minimally invasive surgery for periodontitis results in better clinical and radiographic outcomes compared to standard minimally invasive surgery and guided tissue regeneration.

University of Illinois, Chicago, College of Dentistry, PeriodonticsSalvador Nares, DDS, PhD

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GentleWave System for Apical Periodontitis

This trial will study a new root canal treatment to see if it is effective and causes less pain than current methods.

Waitlist Available

University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental ClinicsFabricio Teixeira, DDS,MS,PhD

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Chlorhexidine vs Calcium Hydroxide for Tooth Pain

Los Angeles, CA

This trial will compare two treatments for tooth pain to find which is better at reducing pain between dentist visits.

Waitlist Available

FDA Approved Drug

Herman Ostrow USC School of DentistryRafael Roges, D.D.S.

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Antidepressants for Gum Disease in Patients With Depression

This trial will test whether antidepressants can help to treat gum disease by reducing inflammation.

Waitlist Available

Unversity of Alabama at Birmingham, School of Dentistry

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Azithromycin for Trachoma

San Francisco, CA

This trial will compare two strategies for distributing azithromycin to see if one is more effective than the other at eliminating trachoma.

UCSF Proctor FoundationTom M Lietman, MD

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