FMS SKIN - Acne Treatment Clinic Hyderabad India

TOPICAL TREATMENTS — Common topical agents used include benzoyl peroxide, antibiotics, retinoids, azelaic acid and salicylic acid. These may be used alone or in conjunction with other treatments.
ORAL ANTIBIOTICS — Oral antibiotics are commonly employed in managing moderate to severe acne. Oral antibiotics used include doxycycline, minocycline, lymecyclin, erythromycin and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole. An oral antibiotic may be used in combination with topical medication.
INTRALESIONAL CORTICOSTEROID INJECTIONS — An injection of cortisone can dramatically speed the healing of an acne cyst or nodule.
ISOTRETINOIN — This is the only medication approved to treat severe, resistant, nodular, cystic acne, the most severe form of acne. This treatment requires regular monitoring by your dermatologist as side effects have been reported with its use.
OTHER TREATMENTS — Various treatments shown to be useful in managing your acne include hormonal therapy, chemical peels, light based therapy and laser treatments. However, these methods are most effective when used in conjunction with a comprehensive treatment program.