doxycillin question

[irish eyes]

Hi Sally

I also feel that much of this is done on faith.

I understand that doxycycline has a greater anti-inflammatory effect than tetracycline or minocycline - but I think that minocycline might be better if there is any gastric intolerance.

http://www.agingeye.net/otheragingeye/doxycycline.php

I swap between Systane and Vismed but neither give me complete comfort. They are the two that irritate my eyes the least so that's not saying an awful lot! My consultant can see that none of the drops / lubricants have been effective because the inner lids remain highly inflamed. I've had approval for autologous serum so fingers crossed.....

[SallyP]

Hi,

Is it suitable for MGD/Bleph only without any occular rosacea? I'm tired of thinking I'm better and trying all these natural remedies, drops etc and not feeling any better. I'm not a great fan of antibiotics, but may do if it helps. Can somebody give me more information about it.

The systane seemed to work at first, but like all the others, now seems to be less effective and although gives immediate relief, now seems to make it worse a short while later.

Thank you

Sally