Known drug interactions. Food or supplement interactions
Using other topical preparations may interfere with the effectiveness of salicylic acid or increase skin irritation; do not use other topical preparations on the treated area unless directed by your doctor. Talk with your doctor if you are taking aspirin, diuretics, and methyl salicylate (found in some muscle rubs); he/she may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.
None known.
Antibiotics: Topical and Oral
Topical
Erythromycin (Akne-Mycin, Staticin, Erygel, EryDerm)
Clindamycin (C/T/S, Cleocin T, Clinda-Derm, Clindets Pledget)
Erythromycin and benzoyl peroxide (Benzamycin)
Clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide (Benzaclin)
Oral
Erythromycin (E-Mycin, Eryc, Ery-Tab, PCE, Pediazole, Ilosone)
Tetracycline (Achromycin, Sumycin)
HOW DO THESE DRUGS WORK?
Antibiotics stop the growth of bacteria. In the case of acne, they help rid the pores of P. acnes and reduce inflammation. Topical antibiotics, which have fewer side effects, are generally tried first; and if the patient does not respond, oral Antibiotics are often the next step. Oral antibiotics have been the mainstay of treatment for years in patients with persistent moderate to severe acne. Treatment usually begins with a higher dosage that is reduced as acne resolves. Treatment can be continued for up to six months. Unfortunately, as with all Antibiotics, the bacteria can develop resistance, making it necessary to switch to a different antibiotic or treatment.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
Topical antibiotics are helpful in reducing mild to moderate acne, and oral antibiotics are generally effective for moderate to severe acne.
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