Antibiotics such as tetracyclines or macrolides kill the bacteria causing acne in the skin. However, these antibiotics should only be taken when prescribed.

For severe, uncontrollable acne-causing scarring, isotretinoin may be prescribed. Isotretinoin is a derivative of vitamin A. By shrinking the oil glands and increasing skin turnover; it shows excellent results. However, isotretinoin can cause some tolerable side effects such as dryness and chapping of lips, which we can take care of to make you as comfortable as possible during the course of your treatment. You will need to get some baseline blood tests done to be on isotretinoin. This drug is strictly contraindicated in pregnancy.

Light Therapy – Red and Blue light therapy can be used to reduce acne. In this treatment, LED lights produce energy that destroys the skin’s bacteria that cause active acne. 

Chemical Peels: We can use various peels such as salicylic acid, retinoic acid, or glycolic acid. 

Drainage and Extraction: We might use special tools to remove the blackheads and whiteheads that do not respond to medication.

Steroid Injection: In nodular or cystic acne, a steroid injection may be helpful to reduce inflammation. 

It is prudent to use the right cleanser, moisturizer, and other products as your daily skincare regimen while you’re on treatment for your acne.