Acne vulgaris is a chronic inflammatory disorder that affects the pilosebaceous unit, typically following a prolonged course. It is a common skin disorder that can present with both inflammatory and non-inflammatory lesions. Acne vulgaris is caused by various factors, including increased sebum production by sebaceous glands, hyperkeratinization of the follicle, bacterial species such as Cutibacterium acnes, and normal circulating levels of dehydroepiandrosterone.
Positive:
- Topical therapy is the primary treatment approach for mild acne vulgaris, which commonly involves the use of topical retinoids, topical antibiotics, and benzoyl peroxide.
- Oral acne medications are pills that you take by mouth to clear your acne. Types of oral acne medications could include antibiotics, isotretinoin, and hormonal agents.
- Antibiotics are medications that target bacteria. Some used to treat acne also can decrease inflammation.
- Retinoids and retinoid-like drugs are often useful for moderate acne. These come as creams, gels, and lotions.
Negative:
- Nonprescription acne medications may cause initial side effects such as redness, dryness, and scaling that often improve after the first month of using them.
Ingredients or materials:
- Topical medications for acne include benzoyl peroxide, topical retinoids, topical antibiotics, and salicylic acid.
- Oral medications for acne include antibiotics, isotretinoin, and hormonal agents.
- Dapsone (Aczone) 5% gel twice daily is recommended for inflammatory acne, especially in women with acne.
