Isotretinoin (trade name: Accutane) is a powerful drug used in the treatment of acne. Four to five months of Accutane treatment usually leads to clearing of acne. It is a potent medication that is very effective for nearly all types of breakouts. Accutane is needed for moderate to severe acne that has failed other treatments. It should be used for a severe, scarring acne. Is also used for acne present for many years that has not respond completely to antibiotic pills and creams. While it has many side effects, in some ways it is safer than long-term antibiotic usage. Most other acne-controlling medicines are antibacterial agents, which are effective only if used daily. Over two million people have taken this drug, so a lot is known about its safety and effectiveness
Bactroban (Mupirocin) - Bactroban (Mupirocin)
Synonyms: Mupimet, Bactoderm, Centany, Pseudomonic acid, Turixin
Bactroban (Mupirocin) is an antibacterial used to treat skin infections.
Benzac
Generic Name: benzoyl peroxide topical (BEN zoyl per OX ide)
Brand Names: Benzac
Benzoyl peroxide has an antibacterial effect. It also has a mild drying effect, which allows excess oils and dirt to be easily washed away from the skin.
Benzoyl peroxide topical is used to treat acne.
Cleocin TGeneric name: Clindamycin phosphate
Brand names: Cleocin T
Cleocin T is an antibiotic used to treat acne.
Generic Name: Adapalene (ADE-ah-PAH-leen)
Brand Name: Differin
Differin is used for: Treating acne. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Differin is a retinoid-like medicine. It works by decreasing acne formation.
Adapalene is a topical (applied to the skin) medication similar to vitamin A. It helps the skin renew itself.
Adapalene topical is used to treat severe acne in people who are at least 12 years old.
Elocon (mometasone) is a corticosteroid used to reduce itching, redness, and swelling associated with many skin conditions.
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Renova (Tretinoin) - Renova (Tretinoin)
Synonyms: A Ret Gel, Aberel, Accutane, Airol, Aknefug, Aknoten, Amnesteem, Avita, Claravis, Dermairol
Renova (Tretinoin) is a vitamin a derivative used to treat wrinkles, brown spots, and surface roughness on the face
Synonyms: Aberel, Accutane, Airol, Aknefug, Aknoten, Amnesteem, Avita, Claravis, Dermairol, Eudyna
Retin-A is a topical (applied to the skin) form of vitamin A that helps the skin renew itself. The Retin-A are used to treat acne, to reduce the appearance of fine wrinkles and mottled skin discoloration, and to make rough facial skin feel smoother.
Synonyms: Clobact, Clobenate, Exel, Clobesol, Clobex, Cormax, Dermovate, Embeline, Luxiq, Olux
Temovate (Clobetasol) is a corticosteroid used to reduce itching, redness, and swelling associated with many skin conditions
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