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I'm 19 with acne so i started proactive a month ago but my face has gotten worse! is this normal? what should i do? is proactive any good? plz help!

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Need stronger Rx: Topical benzoyl peroxide fails in 50% of folks with acne. You'll need prescription-strength medication. Get with your personal physician -- a dermatologist is needed only for the most challenging cases. The oral contraceptive pill (if right for you), a topical or systemic antibiotic, or topical spironolactone might be the next step.

Answered 1/24/2014

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