Question 1

how do i take care of acne ?

Accepted Answer

Several options: There are multiple options to help treat your acne. After your acne is gone, it can literally change your outlook on life. I had acne as a teenager, and it made me really nervous. Once it was gone my self-esteem improved. Start with over the counter options. I recommend ProActive to start with, I have seen that it really works well in patients that use it consistently. I can help you.

Question 2

what drugs can i take for acne?

Accepted Answer

: Proper treatment plans for skin disorders including acne at a listed age of 32 would require an exam, a review of past &amp; current health issues and possibly some testing. There is no one size fits all treatment &amp; modalities used will vary with the exam findings. Some meds would be forbidden to a woman in childbearing age due to birth associated defects.

Question 3

what is the best way to take care of acne?

Accepted Answer

Acne Treatment: Woman/girl? Man/boy?
Age?
Where is the acne located?
Best way is to see a dermatologist. They are all competent, and all can help you.
There is no magic in it . .

Question 4

how long does doxcycline take to clear acne ?

Accepted Answer

Minimum 2 weeks: From 2 weeks to months depending on many factors including age, tanner score, hygiene. Adherence to dosing, use of topicals, cycles if female, .

Question 5

what are some oral medications to take for acne?

Accepted Answer

Antibiotics,accutane: Antibiotics are often used to treat acne. Tetracycline, minocycline, dand Doxycycline have been used for decades in the treatment of acne. In resistant cases dermatologists will use other snitbiotics .If antibiotics fail accutane, a vitamin derivitative drug is used but must be carefully monitored to prevent birth defects and other potential side effects by a doctor registered to use accutane.

Question 6

what are the best products to help take care of acne?

Accepted Answer

Rx's are best: The over-the-counter and "holistic" stuff works poorly.  I start folks on topical Clindamycin with or without a retinoic acid derivative.   If this doesn't work well enough, i add an antibiotic appropriate to the individual.  The big guns (accutane, lasers) can only be used by dermatologists.  You have a right to be treated effectively.   Good luck.

Question 7

i have strong acne. what can i do to take care of it?

Accepted Answer

Get seen: Acne is a grave personal and professional liability. If yours is severe, you won't be able to manage it on your own in spite of what anyone else may tell you. Start using topical benzoyl peroxide and/or retinoic acid now and get with your personal physician who'll add something prescription-strength. If you are a candidate for isotretinoin, give it serious consideration.

Question 8

what can i do, take or use to stop acne from spreading?

Accepted Answer

Benzoyl peroxide: 5% 2x/day. If topical benzoyl peroxide has not cleared you in two weeks, get with your personal physician.

Question 9

how long does it take for smoker's acne to be relieved?

Accepted Answer

4 wks with skin care: It will usually take about a minimum of 4 weeks for the acute effects of tobacco intake to subside with some cutaneous changes being irreversible. Medication and skin care will help as well.

Question 10

how long is it supposed to it take for acne to clear up?

Accepted Answer

May be decades: The good news is that it is manageable with 21st century medications, and it's your right if you are an adult, your duty to a young person for whom you are responsible. I was able to stop taking systemic tetracycline when i was about 50. Any physician is able to offer effective treatment.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

How long should it take for articulate to help acne

A member asked:

How do i take care of acne ?

A member asked:

What drugs can i take for acne?

A member asked:

What is the best way to take care of acne?

A member asked:

How long does doxcycline take to clear acne ?

A member asked:

What are some oral medications to take for acne?

A member asked:

What are the best products to help take care of acne?

A member asked:

I have strong acne. what can i do to take care of it?

A member asked:

What can i do, take or use to stop acne from spreading?

A member asked:

How long does it take for smoker's acne to be relieved?

A member asked:

How long is it supposed to it take for acne to clear up?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?