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Some OTC Medications To Cure Acne |
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Acne is very well a curable skin disorder.
There are various medicines and therapies available to heal it.
You
can avail medications in two ways, either over-the-counter (OTC) or
through prescription. OTC medicines are those which are purchased by
people from medical stores and are used by them without any prior
consultation with the doctor. Whereas, prescription medicines are those,
which are required to be taken under strict medical guidance and
prescription.
These medicines are available in two forms. One is
topical medicine, which is generally in the form of a gel or cream. It
is applied on the affected area. Another is oral medicine, which is in
the form of tablets or capsules, required to be taken orally. Here are a
few over-the-counter medications used widely:
Benzoyl peroxide
Benzoyl
peroxide is an anti-bacterial agent that is available in the form of
cream, gel, and wash. It is available OTC as well as through
prescription. It kills P. Acnes, the acne causing bacteria, and thus
prevents acne. It is used to cure Acne Mechanica, Infantile acne, and
Pomade Acne particularly.
Benzoyl peroxide can bleach hair and
fabric. Almost 3% people are allergic to it. It can even cause dryness
or peeling of skin.
Salicylic acid
Salicylic
acid is found in many OTC medicines. It is mostly available in the
topical form. Apart from acne it is also used to treat other skin
disorders like dandruff, psoriasis, calluses, corns, and warts.
Salicylic acid helps fight acne by slowing down the process of shedding
of the cells inside the follicles, thus preventing clogging. It also
helps in breaking down blackheads and whiteheads. It is particularly
used to cure Acne, and Pomade Acne. However, it may play a part of
various other combinational medicines for other types of acne as well.
The
application of salicylic acid may result in mild stinging. When used
with Benzoyl peroxide, it may be overly irritating.
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