You might want to go to your local drugstore and take a look at the acne medicine displayed there. You'll find lots of choices and it's really hard to know which one you should pick since different medications work differently for different people.

When you select a brand of acne medicine, it's important to read the instructions on the container. That's because there are side effects that can result from taking acne medications. You need to be aware of what the side effects are so that if you should experience a side effect, you can decide if it's worth using it.

If you only have a mild case of acne, there are acne preparations that specialize in reducing the number of black kids and whiteheads on your skin. It might be very beneficial to you to choose this type of acne treatment.

Some acne medications contain sulfur which has been around for many years. Although some people are allergic to medicine containing sulfur, others find it very beneficial in helping them control their acne.

Before you visit your local drugstore to search for acne medications, be sure to do your part in controlling your acne by keeping your skin very clean. There are special products available for acne sufferers to help keep your skin clean.

Many people have benefited by using special herbs for their acne condition. Even though these herbal remedies have not been approved by the food and drug administration, that doesn't mean that some people haven't been helped by using these products. So you might want to check out herbal remedies.

The information that I have just given you is by no means complete, but it is a brief summary of acne medicines that are available for you to try.

However, it's best not to fight your war with acne by yourself. That's why you should go to a doctor. For example, instead of trying to pop your pimples yourself, which only spreads them and scars your face, your doctor will use special sterile instruments to drain your pimples. This will help reduce scarring.

Doctors often have samples of acne medicine that they will give to you for you to try. That way you can try various brands to see which one is best for you. You will probably find your best choice of acne medicine a lot faster by seeking medical care instead of searching for the right choice by yourself.

There are medicines that doctors can prescribe for you that you can't get over the counter. For example, antibiotics cannot be purchased over-the-counter, but you might really need antibiotics for your acne condition. Your doctor can help you to use antibiotics in a responsible way by giving you directions so you don't develop antibiotic resistance.

If your doctor prescribes Accutane or Sotret, remember that these are both powerful acne medications that are used for severe acne cases, but here's a warning: Both of these acne remedies can cause birth defects! So don't use either one of them if there is any possibility that you will get pregnant while using them.

Your doctor might want you to try retinoic acid. It is a form of vitamin A. This medication can cause irritation of the skin, but it now comes in a slow-release form that minimizes irritation. Retinoic acid helps unplug pores and reduces whiteheads and blackheads which lead to pimples.

Although there are many acne medications available to you that you can get on your own without a doctor's prescription, you would be wise to seek medical advice for your acne.