How to Find a Doctor Who Can Prescribe Seysara Near You [2026 Guide]

Seysara (sarecycline) requires a prescription — you can't buy it over the counter. If you think Seysara might be right for your acne, you'll need to see a qualified provider first. Here's who can prescribe it, how to find them near you, and whether telehealth is an option.

Is Seysara a Controlled Substance?

No. Seysara (sarecycline) is not a controlled substance. It has no DEA scheduling. This means any licensed prescriber with DEA prescribing authority (or the ability to write prescriptions for non-controlled drugs in their state) can prescribe Seysara without special DEA registration. It also means the prescription can be sent electronically and doesn't require the patient to physically pick up a paper prescription.

Who Can Prescribe Seysara?

Any licensed prescriber can write a Seysara prescription, but in practice it is most commonly prescribed by:

Dermatologists — The most common prescribers of Seysara; they have the most experience selecting it for appropriate acne patients

Primary care physicians (PCPs) — Family medicine and internal medicine doctors routinely treat acne and can prescribe Seysara

Pediatricians — Seysara is approved for patients 9 years and older; pediatricians treating teen acne may prescribe it

Nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs) — Advanced practice providers in dermatology, family medicine, and pediatrics settings can prescribe Seysara in most states

How to Find a Dermatologist Near You

To find a board-certified dermatologist in your area:

American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Find a Dermatologist tool: Visit aad.org/find-a-derm to search by zip code and insurance

Your insurance carrier's provider directory: Log into your plan's website and filter for in-network dermatologists

Ask your PCP for a referral: Some insurance plans require a PCP referral before seeing a specialist; others allow direct access

Can I Get a Seysara Prescription via Telehealth?

Yes — and this is one of the most convenient options for many patients. Seysara is not a controlled substance, so telehealth prescribing is available without the restrictions that apply to Schedule II drugs. Several platforms connect patients with licensed dermatologists who can evaluate your acne via video or photo-based consultation and send a Seysara prescription electronically to a pharmacy of your choice.

Telehealth dermatology options include:

Asynchronous (store-and-forward) platforms: You submit photos of your skin and a dermatologist reviews them within 24–48 hours and sends a prescription if appropriate. Examples: Miiskin, Curology, Apostrophe.

Synchronous video visit platforms: You have a live video appointment with a dermatologist or NP/PA. Examples: Teladoc, MDLive, Zocdoc virtual visits with dermatologists.

What to Tell Your Provider to Get Seysara Considered

When you see a provider, share the following to help them evaluate whether Seysara is appropriate for you:

Your age, weight, and whether you're pregnant or breastfeeding (Seysara is contraindicated in pregnancy)

Any previous acne treatments you've tried (topicals, other antibiotics) and how they worked

Current medications — especially any retinoids (isotretinoin, tretinoin) or antacids, as these interact with Seysara

Insurance coverage and interest in the manufacturer savings card, which can reduce costs significantly

After You Get the Prescription — Finding Seysara in Stock

Once you have a Seysara prescription, finding a pharmacy that has it in stock is the next step — and it's sometimes the harder part. medfinder can help here: provide your medication, dose, and zip code, and medfinder will call pharmacies in your area to find which ones have your specific Seysara strength in stock. Results are texted back to you.

For more tips on pharmacy searching, see our guide: How to Find Seysara in Stock Near You