Acne all you need to know.

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PERSA-GEL

PERSA-GEL
Company
J & J Consumer

Pharmacologic Class
Antibacterial/keratolytic.

Generic Name
Benzoyl peroxide

Available as OTC
PERSA-GEL, EXT STR
(Benzoyl peroxide 5%; water-base gel)
PERSA-GEL, MAX STR
(Benzoyl peroxide 10%; water-base gel)

Indications
Acne.

Adults
Apply a thin layer to cleansed area 1-3 times daily.

Children
Not applicable.

Contraindications
Although not explicitly stated, hypersensitivity to this drug, to others in
its class, to related drugs, or to any of its excipients, is assumed to be
a contraindication

Precautions
Avoid eyes, mouth, mucous membranes. Use with sunscreen. Reduce strength or frequency or discontinue if excessive irritation occurs. Pregnancy (Category C). Nursing mothers.

Interactions
PABA sunscreens may transiently discolor skin.

Adverse Reactions
Excessive drying, allergic dermatitis; may bleach fabrics or hair.

How Supplied
Gel–1oz

 

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RETIN-A

RETIN-A
Company
Ortho Neutrogena

Pharmacologic Class
Retinoid.

Generic Name
Tretinoin

Available as
RETIN-A CREAM
(Tretinoin 0.025%, 0.05%, 0.1%)
RETIN-A GEL
(Tretinoin 0.01%, 0.025%; alcohol 90%)
RETIN-A LIQUID
(Tretinoin 0.05%; alcohol 55%)
RETIN-A MICRO
(Tretinoin [in microspheres] 0.04%, 0.1%; aqueous gel)

Indications
Acne vulgaris.

Adults
Initially apply sparingly to cleansed and completely dry skin once daily at bedtime. Adjust strength or frequency as tolerated and needed.

Children
Not recommended.

Contraindications
Although not explicitly stated, hypersensitivity to this drug, to others in its class, to related drugs, or to any of its excipients, is assumed to be a contraindication.

Precautions
Not for use in eczema or on sunburned skin. Minimize exposure to sun,
UV light, and weather extremes. Avoid eyes, mouth, angles of nose, and mucous membranes. Pregnancy (Category C) Nursing mothers: Not recommended.

Interactions
Allow effects of benzoyl peroxide, sulfur, resorcinol, salicylic acid, other topical acne agents to subside before applying. Avoid keratolytics, abrasives, astringents, drying agents, high-alcohol content topical products, spices, lime.

Adverse Reactions
Transient symptom exacerbation or pigmentation changes, irritation, dryness, stinging, photosensitivity.

How Supplied Plenty of options Get the bigger tubes. Cause you'll use alot on your back. I use 20 grams per week. Plus it might help with strech marks.
Crm–20g, 45g
Gel–15g, 45g
Liq–28mL
Micro–20g, 45g

 

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SALAC

SALAC

Company
Bioglan

Pharmacologic Class
Keratolytic.

Generic Name
Salicylic acid

Available as OTC
Salicylic acid 2%; medicated cleanser in surfactant base.

Indications
Acne.

Adults
Lather with warm water, massage into skin, rinse, and dry 2-3 times daily.

Children
Not applicable.

Contraindications
Although not explicitly stated, hypersensitivity to this drug, to others in
its class, to related drugs, or to any of its excipients, is assumed to be
a contraindication

Precautions
Avoid eyes.

Interactions
Excessive dryness or irritation with other topical agents.

Adverse Reactions
Excessive drying, allergic reactions.

How Supplied
Cleanser–6oz

 

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SULFACET-R

SULFACET-R
Company
Dermik

Pharmacologic Class
Sulfonamide antibiotic + antibacterial/drying agent.

Generic Name
Sulfacetamide + Sulfur

Available as
Sodium sulfacetamide 10%, sulfur 5%; lotion; regular and tint-free.

Indications
Acne vulgaris, acne rosacea, seborrheic dermatitis.

Adults
Apply thin film and massage in 1-3 times daily.

Children
Not applicable.

Contraindications
Kidney disease. Although not explicitly stated, hypersensitivity to this drug, to others in its class, to related drugs, or to any of its excipients, is assumed to be a contraindication.

Precautions
Discontinue if sensitization occurs. Avoid eyes, abraded or denuded skin. Pregnancy (Category C). Nursing mothers.

Adverse Reactions
Local irritation, allergic dermatitis; systemic toxic reactions in
sulfonamide-sensitive patients.

How Supplied
Lotion–25g

 

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SUMYCIN

SUMYCIN
Company
Par

Pharmacologic Class
Tetracycline antibiotic

Generic Name
Tetracycline

Available as
SUMYCIN TABLETS
(Tetracycline HCl 250mg, 500mg)
SUMYCIN ORAL SUSPENSION
(Tetracycline 125mg/5mL; fruit flavor; contains sulfites)

Indications
Adjunct in severe acne.

Adults
Initially 1g daily in 2-4 divided doses.
After improvement: 125-500mg daily. Take with fluids.

Children
Not recommended.

Contraindications
Although not explicitly stated, hypersensitivity to this drug, to others in its class, to related drugs, or to any of its excipients, is assumed to be a contraindication.

Precautions
Renal impairment. Asthma (susp). Monitor blood, renal and hepatic function in long-term use. Avoid sun and UV light. Pregnancy, Nursing mothers: Not recommended.

Interactions
Avoid methoxyflurane, photosensitizing agents. May antagonize bactericidal antibiotics. May increase serum digoxin levels. Reduced absorption with antacids, iron, zinc, calcium, magnesium, dairy products, urinary alkalinizers, other multivalent cations. May reduce effectiveness of oral contraceptives. Monitor prothrombin time with oral anticoagulants.

Adverse Reactions
Nausea, dizziness, rash, blood dyscrasias, pseudotumor cerebri, photosensitivity, increased BUN, hepatotoxicity.

How Supplied
Tabs: 250mg–100, 1000
500mg–100, 500
Susp–1 pt.

 

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T-STAT

T-STAT
Company
Westwood Squibb

Pharmacologic Class
Macrolide antibiotic.

Generic Name
Erythromycin

Available as
Erythromycin 2%; soln; pads; alcohol 71.2%.

Indications
Acne vulgaris.

Adults
Apply with applicator or pads to cleansed and dried area twice daily.

Children
Not applicable.

Contraindications
Although not explicitly stated, hypersensitivity to this drug, to others in
its class, to related drugs, or to any of its excipients, is assumed to be
a contraindication

Precautions
Avoid eyes, nose, mouth, and mucous membranes.
Pregnancy (Category C). Nursing mothers.

Interactions
Additive irritation with other topical agents (esp. abrasives or keratolytics).

Adverse Reactions
Superinfection, dryness, erythema, pruritus, burning sensation.

How Supplied
Soln (applicator optional)–60mL
Pads–60

 

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TAZORAC

TAZORAC

Company
Allergan Herbert

Pharmacologic Class
Retinoid.

Generic Name
Tazarotene

Available as
Tazarotene 0.05%, 0.1%; aqueous gel.

Indications
Mild-to-moderate facial acne vulgaris (0.1% strength only).

Adults
Cleanse and dry skin. Apply thin film of 0.1% to lesions on face once daily in the evening. Women of childbearing potential: begin therapy during normal menses.

Children
Not recommended.

Contraindications
Pregnancy (Category X). Although not explicitly stated, hypersensitivity to this drug, to others in its class, to related drugs, or to any of its excipients, is assumed to be a contraindication.

Precautions
Obtain reliable negative pregnancy test within 2 weeks before starting therapy; use effective contraception during therapy.
Do not use on broken, eczematous, or sunburned skin.
Sun sensitivity. Avoid sun and UV light; use adequate sun protection. Increased irritation in extreme weather (eg, wind, cold). Discontinue if excessive irritation occurs. Nursing mothers.

Interactions
Avoid use until the effects of strong topical drying agents have subsided. Caution with other photosensitizers (eg, tetracyclines) or irritants (eg, topical astringents, abrasives, depilatories, permanent wave solutions, products with high alcohol concentration).

Adverse Reactions
Desquamation, burning/stinging, dry skin, erythema, pruritus, other local reactions.

How Supplied Try and get the 100gram tube.
Gel–30g, 100g

 

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TETRACYCLINE

TETRACYCLINE

Company
Various

Pharmacologic Class
Tetracycline antibiotic.

Generic Name
Tetracycline

Available as
TETRACYCLINE (Tetracycline HCl 250mg, 500mg; capsules, tablets)
TETRACYCLINE SUSPENSION
(Tetracycline 125mg/5ml; flavored oral suspension)

Indications
Adjunct in severe acne.

Adults
Initially 1g daily in 2-4 divided doses.
After improvement: 125-500mg daily. Take with fluids.

Children
Not recommended.

Contraindications
Although not explicitly stated, hypersensitivity to this drug, to others in
its class, to related drugs, or to any of its excipients, is assumed to be
a contraindication

Precautions
Renal impairment. Asthma (suspension). Monitor blood, renal
and hepatic function in long term use. Avoid sun and UV light.
Pregnancy, Nursing mothers: Not recommended.

Interactions
Avoid methoxyflurane, photosensitizing agents.
May antagonize bactericidal antibiotics.
May increase serum digoxin levels.
Reduced absorption with antacids, iron, zinc, calcium, magnesium,
dairy products, urinary alkalinizers, other multivalent cations.
May reduce effectiveness of oral contraceptives.
Monitor prothrombin time with oral anticoagulants.

Adverse Reactions
Nausea, dizziness, rash, blood dyscrasias, superinfection, pseudotumor cerebri, photosensitivity, increased BUN, hepatotoxicity.

How Supplied
Caps: 250mg–60, 100, 500, 1000
500mg–50, 100, 500, 1000
Tabs: 250mg–30, 60
500mg–30, 60
Susp–60ml, pint

 

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VIBRAMYCIN

VIBRAMYCIN

Company
Pfizer

Pharmacologic Class
Tetracycline antibiotic.

Generic Name
Doxycycline

Available as
VIBRAMYCIN CAPSULES
(Doxycycline [as hyclate] 50mg, 100mg)
VIBRAMYCIN SYRUP
(Doxycycline [as calcium] 50mg/5mL; raspberry-apple flavor; contains sulfites)
VIBRAMYCIN SUSPENSION
(Doxycycline 25mg/5mL; raspberry flavor)
VIBRA-TABS
(Doxycycline [as hyclate] 100mg; tablets)

Indications
Adjunct in severe acne.

Adults
100mg every 12 hours for one day, then 100mg daily in 1-2 divided doses. Reduce dose after improvement. Take with fluid.

Children
Not applicable.

Contraindications
Although not explicitly stated, hypersensitivity to this drug, to others in its class, to related drugs, or to any of its excipients, is assumed to be a contraindication.

Precautions
Monitor blood, renal and hepatic function in long-term use. Avoid sun and UV light. Asthma (syrup). Pregnancy (Category D), Nursing mothers: Not recommended.

Interactions
May increase digoxin levels. Antacids, iron, zinc, calcium, magnesium, urinary alkalinizers reduce absorption. Avoid concomitant penicillins, methoxyflurane. Carbamazepine, hydantoins may decrease effectiveness. Monitor prothrombin time with oral anticoagulants. Oral contraceptives may be less effective.

Adverse Reactions
Photosensitivity, GI upset, rash, blood dyscrasias, hepatotoxicity.

How Supplied
Caps: 50mg–50
100mg–50, 500
Syrup–1oz, 16oz.
Susp–2oz
Tabs–50, 500

 

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As you can tell their are many choices of MED RX drugs. Please note that they come in various dosages in various methods. You can get gel, cream, lotion, wash, bar, pads, applicators, pills, tabs caps, oral suspension, chew tabs, and syrup. Just look over all the info and when you see the doctor just say I did some research and think that this @#$% drug in this dosages will work. Don't let him give you a small ass tube because if its your back/shoulder area remember that your not a 120lb teen.

What works on your faces my or may not work for your back ETC. I tazorac on my face and retin-a on my back. But will try tazorac all over. Then the last step will be accutane if needed.

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