Question 1

is dermabrasion for acne effective?

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No: May actually worsen acne, is only used for scars, and is rapidly being replaced by fractionated lasers, whichh also do not help acne.

Question 2

what brand is an effective acne facewash?

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Salicylic acid: This is the ingredient in acne face washes that actually works. It will clear maybe half of cases confined to the face. For a stronger rx, get with your personal physician. Acne is a serious personal and professional liability and you owe it to yourself to get 21st century care.

Question 3

what are the most effective acne medications?

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Great Question!: The most effective acne medicines are benzoyl peroxide (washes, lotions, gels), Clindamycin (solutions, gels), retinoic acid (gels, creams), Dapsone (topical gel), tetracycline antibiotics (capsules), sulfa antibiotics (capsules), and Isotretinoin (capsules).  Also, many "non-prescription" options are available including chemical peels and other great alternatives.  See a dermatologist or your pcp.

Question 4

what medications are effective at treating acne?

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Topicals or oral: Topicals (ie: benzoyl peroxide, clindamycin, erythromycin, tretinoin or retin-a, differin or adapalene) are helpful for mild to moderate breakouts. Severe widespread breakouts especially those involving chest and back may require oral antibiotics. Severe cystic acne may require accutane. Anti-androgens such as Yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) or yazmin are very helpful if there's a hormonal component.

Question 5

is neem cream effective at all for acne outbreaks?

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Creams: Topical antiacne treatment can be very effective. While we often have to add an oral antibiotic, like one of the tetracycline derivatives, this cannot be used in pregnancy or if there is an allergy to the medicine. I am not personally familiar with this cream, but it does not sound like the prescription creams which are authorized by the fda for use in acne. See a dermatologist!

Question 6

i am taking ery-tab for acne. will this be effective?

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Probably: It helps a lot of prople, others it does not and needs to be changed to something else. Be patient. If you have no results after faithfully following dr advice for three months go back and rediscuss your management plan.

Question 7

what is the most effective oral anti biotic for acne?

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Clindamycin: This antibiotic is so effective because it is the best at reducing the Staphylococcus bacteria on your skin that leads to formation of comedones, the whiteheads and later blackheads that are the skin lesions of acne. Benzoyl peroxide, a cleansing and drying agent, and Retin A, (tretinoin) a vitamin A derivative that helps to clear acne, are also used...

Question 8

are there some effective ways to clear my face from acne?

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Systemic Rx: Acne on the trunk usually requires systemic rx. This is your physician's domain. If you're offered, say, tetracycline 500 2x/day, plus a topical agent, it'll probably do the trick. For the tough cases, Isotretinoin usually works.

Question 9

how effective is  oxy 10 maximum stength daily wash for acne?

Accepted Answer

Works: It does dry up pimples but is not effective for blackheads or whiteheads. You will often do just as well with a lower strength 2 and half to 4 per cent without the drying or irritation.

Question 10

how effective is clickr skin care versus all other acne products?

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Is this a line: Is clickr skin care a brand of products?
For acne the otc products are usually sal acid and benzoyl peroxide based and are effective for mild comedonal acne. Hope this helps.

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