Use of Prescription Topicals to Successfully Treat Moderate Acne
Patients will often be prescribed a topical retinoid and/or benzoyl peroxide or topical antibiotic to treat their moderate comedonal and inflammatory acne. In addition to their topical regimen, oral antibiotics such as Doxycycline or Minocycline may also be prescribed for a limited duration of time. It is absolutely key for patients treating acne in this manner to continue their prescribed topical skin care products while taking the antibiotic and even after they have completed their course. Continued use of topicals will help keep “plugs” from re-forming in the skin, which become the seeds for acne formation and breakouts. Patients sometimes stop or become less consistent in the use of their topicals due to seeing a marked improvement in their skin from the antibiotic or due to undesirable side effects from the topicals. This can lead to a setback in controlling the acne and be very disappointing for patients. I always encourage patients to contact our office should they have difficulty using any of the products or any undesirable side effects occur. There are many treatment options available and we can fine tune a program to fit your individual needs.
Tags: Acne, adult acne, benzoyl peroxide, doxycycline, minocycline, problem skin, retinoid, topical
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