Medicines can help acne. They can clean skin pores, kill bacteria, and reduce skin oil. And they can reduce the effects of hormones. The type of medicine you take depends on the type of acne you have.
The best treatment often is a mix of medicines. For example, you might take pills and put medicine on your skin.
Common acne medicines include:
Antibiotic pills for acne can cause side effects. They include yeast infections (in women) and diarrhea. Let your doctor know if you have side effects.
Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding or if you're pregnant or think you might get pregnant. Some of these medicines are not safe to take when you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Women who take some medicines need to use birth control.
Call your doctor now or seek immediate medical care if:
Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor if:
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