When it comes to acne; treatments can be different to each individual and in some cases, depending on how severe your breakouts, you may be left without options but to consider prescription medication. But which acne medication works best? Although I always explain to my patients, this should be the last option. Most medication only mask the symptoms for a short period before the condition can return. And I’m not only saying this to put you off medications, as in some cases you will need them, but more so giving you my experience with my own patients and their feedback after being prescribed meds by their GPs.
Which acne medication works best?
In London, you’ll find antibiotics are an available treatment options for treating acne. They can be prescribed by your GP or Dermatologist in the form of creams or oral tablets. The antibiotics eliminate the bacteria that irritate your skin, which can help to eradicate your spots.
In severe cases antibiotics may be necessary. But you should try and find the right combination of topical treatments instead. That will address the cause of acne in the long term and also prevent it from returning. Treating topically may require more patience and take longer, but in the long run will be more beneficial to your skin and overall health.
Will acne return after medications?
Hormonal acne is more likely to come back after a course of Roaccutane (Accutane) has successfully cleared it.
Although in severe cases antibiotics may be necessary. But you should try and find the right combination of topical treatments instead. That will address the cause of acne in the long term and also prevent it from returning. Treating topically may require more patience and take longer, but in the long run will be more beneficial to your skin and overall health.
To learn more about your skin and how can you prevent acne why not visit us at the Clinic where my Expert team will be able to advise you further?
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As the first step of your skin journey at Skin Perfection, you’ll be invited to attend a no obligations consultation. This will give you the opportunity to get a good understanding of your skin.
During your first meeting you’ll receive all the information and knowledge you’ll need to keep your skin healthy. Finally to manage your skin concerns your practitioner will recommend you a personalised treatment plan.
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