Discuss the possible reasons for the failed response of tetracycline.
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Valerie is a 38-year-old female with a history of adult cystic acne. She has been taking tetracycline 500 mg BID for the past five months with no improvement in symptoms. Further assessment reveals that she has been taking her tetracycline with breakfast and dinner and has recently (three months) started taking daily OTC antacids for her heartburn. Discuss the possible reasons for the failed response of tetracycline. What changes in her medication regimen do you recommend and why?
Use at least one scholarly source other than your textbook to connect your response to national guidelines and evidence-based research in support of your ideas.
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