ORAL MEDICATIONS

Oral antibiotics may be prescribed by a dermatologist to treat rosacea pustules, papules and control a flare-up. It may take up to 4 weeks to notice dramatic improvement; longer-term use of oral antibiotics is not recommended due to possible side-effects.
Doxycycline

is an antibiotic that treats pustules and ocular rosacea. It is used in Oracea, manufactured by CollaGenex Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Erythromycin

is an oral or topical antibiotic used for anti-microbial effect.

Minocycline

is an antibiotic used for anti-inflammatory properties.

Tetracycline

is an antibiotic used to treat severe cases of rosacea.