“It is best to read the labels or talk to
your health care professional before
you use any of these products, so that
you know which is right for you, what
if any side effects may occur, and
when you can expect to see results,”
says Liedtka.
Types of prescription topical medicines
used to treat acne include antibiotics,
benzoyl peroxide, azelaic acid,
dapsone, and vitamin A derivatives
known as retinoids.
People with moderate to severe
inflammatory acne may be treated
with prescription topical or oral medicines,
alone or in combination. And
people with nodules or cysts should
be treated by a dermatologist.