Best Ways To Get Rid of Acne
If you’re someone who has had acne prone skin since your teen years and you think you have tried just about every acne treatment known to mankind. Well there’s one last solution you can try, many people can use prescription medications to cure their acne. Usually prescription medications are not for sale over the counter, these medications are prescribed by dermatologists. This is by far the best way to get rid of acne however, something to keep in mind is that this should be a last resort solution. In this article I am going to be talking about two different drugs that are commonly prescribed by dermatologists. One is an antibiotic called tetracycline and the second is a powerful vitamin A drug called Accutane.Tetracycline
Acne is usually caused by bacteria beneath your skin, most people can control it using conventional methods however people with severe acne will need a prescription drug to help fight the bacteria directly. Tetracycline is an antibiotic that targets and kills the bacteria under the skin. To maximize the results, tetracycline is better off taken on an empty stomach as this will absorb and increase its effectiveness. Users should be aware with the risks involved with taking tetracycline. This prescription is like any other drug and can conflict with other drugs or certain foods, for example it should not be taken with any foods that have iron or zinc, or dairy products. In addition, a common occurrence with tetracycline is that your body can adapt to it pretty quickly, sometimes the bacteria which causes your acne becomes immune. This is a scary thought which is why I recommend anyone considering this drug to weight out the risks and rewards to determine if it’s really worth it.
Accutane
Another prescription that can be prescribed by dermatologists is Accutane. This on the other hand should your absolute last resort as there are some serious side effects but with an extremely high success rate. Accutane is a drug that is used to cure acne fast, this drug is usually prescribed to people who experience cystic acne. The drug is a vitamin A derivative which significantly reduces your body’s natural oil production and decreases the size of your pores. It also reduces the amount of bacteria under the skin, unclogs pores and has anti-inflammatory properties. Accutane is usually taken for 5-6 months and the success rate is extremely high, around 90% of all users either completely get rid of their acne or dramatically reduce the severity of their acne. However, it is extremely important to be aware of all the side effects when Accutane because there are a lot of them. The first thing you will notice when taking Accutane is that you have dry skin, this is because the drug changes how your body produces oil so you’re going to have to moisturize multiple times a day. Having that said, reducing the oil production will also result in dry lips, this is a lot more noticeable than dry skin as often user complain about their lips cracking. Another side effect is nosebleeds, this isn’t so common but it has been reported by a significant amount of users. There is also the risk of sun burn, your skin will be extremely sensitive while on Accutane as with the reduction of oil on your body there is not much to protect it from harmful UV rays. There are also some reports of depressions and anxiety however this is very rare and less than 5% of users have reported these symptoms while taking Accutane.
So if you want to get rid of your acne, keep in mind that there are stronger treatments options available. These treatments may have more side effects associated with them but for some people the benefits of these drugs significantly outweigh the risk. If you do opt to take this route please remember to always consult a professional, either a dermatologist or any other doctor will prescribe you the appropriate treatment while keeping you on close medical supervision.
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