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What is the best treatment for mild occasional cystic acne. i am using clinda gel with ok results, is there anything better. ?

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Retin a (tretinoin): Clinda, Minocycline or erythromicin in combination with Retin-A and cleansers often works over time.

Answered 7/1/2014

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Dr. Michael Jones answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Benzoyl peroxide: Works better than just about anything. The generic cream or lotion, not the scrubbing pads. Apply after gently clean the face once or twice per day.

Answered 7/5/2012

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Dr. Peter Kurzweil answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Good topical, but...: Clindamycin gel (a topical antibiotic good for skin, if no allergy) is a good one. However, cystic acne is painful, persistent, under the skin, and can cause permanent scarring. So if it is mild and occasional, follow good preventive skin care practices. But i strongly recommend anyone with cystic acne have a regular dermatologist for regular care and rx of cysts, which usually are injected.

Answered 1/1/2021

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