The article considers the role of antibiotics in the treatment of acne and concludes that they are sometimes useful is reducing inflammation, but do not treat the underlying cause.

The article confirms that an antibiotics like Doxycycline can be prescribed for the treatment of the inflammation accompanying acne but you should always weigh the advantages and disadvantages before you take it.

The article warns that acne is often confused with Pityrosporum folliculitis. Antibiotics have no effect on Pityrosporum folliculitis. Treatment with an antifungal medication is required.