There are two basic types of tablet treatment, prescribed by
your doctor for acne, the first being one of a range of
antibiotics and the second a hormonal treatment. Which is
prescribed will depend, largely on the specific type of acne you
are suffering from, along with consideration of your previous
medical history and the success of acne treatment to date.
Antibiotics are by far the most common oral treatment for acne,
and usually supplemented by a topical treatment, which may
contain the same antibiotic preparation as is being given in
tablet form. This is thought to be important in order to ensure
that the acne causing bacteria do not become resistant to, two
types of antibiotic. Erythromycin is a common antibiotic used in
treating acne, and is usually the first one used. Sometimes the
specific type of bacteria causing your acne maybe resistant to
this treatment, and may require a different course of action. As
is always the case with antibiotics, it is important to follow
the instructions of the prescribing doctor, in order to maximise
effectiveness, while minimising any side effects or adverse
risks.
The second type of tablet treatment is a hormonal treatment
called Dianette, which contains a drug called co-cyprindiol.
This drug is designed to help decrease the excess oiliness of
the skin, which as we know is a key contributor in the acne
formation process. It is critical that a female taking this drug
does not become pregnant, as the active ingredient can cause
damage to the unborn child. This particular tablet contains
oestrogen which acts as a contraceptive, and is used as such,
when a combined acne treatment and contraceptive is requested.
There are a number of other acne treatments in tablet form, some
of which are only prescribed under the supervision of a
dermatologist. You should never take any form of oral medication
for acne or any other illness, unless under the strict
supervision of a medical expert. This is very true of some of
the more powerful acne drugs, which can have very strong side
effects.
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