๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-04-15

Comparing Sarecycline and Doxycycline Effects on the Skin and Gut Bacteria in Acne. (NCT07544251)

The Effects of Sarecycline Versus Doxycycline on the Gut Microbiome and Skin Microbiome in Acne.

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Phase4 ๐Ÿ’Š Investigational Drug / Biologic Sponsor: Integrative Skin Science and Research

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This study is being done to help better understand how the gut and skin bacteria of the body change when people with acne are treated with Sarecycline or Doxycycline. The bacteria in the gut and on the skin will be studied to see how each treatment may affect them and whether they change the profile of the bacteria that is present.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Integrative Research Institute โ€” Sacramento, California

Age range: 9 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Integrative Research Institute โ€” Sacramento, California

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (916) 775-5080

Email: nasima@integrativeskinresearch.com

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

Explore by condition: All Acne Vulgaris clinical trials

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
๐Ÿ›๏ธ View Official NIH Record โ†—