subject: Make Sure That Your Acne Medication Is Safe [print this page] Many people will regularly take medicine with little or no consideration of the safety of the medicine, or even any possible reactions that their body may have to it. Some medicines including those bought over the counter and those prescribed by a doctor may have risks for the health of the patient.
These risks can be anything from irritated skin to serious problems requiring hospital treatment. Acne medications are not any different, and need to be used in a responsible way and chosen carefully.
Prior to purchasing or using acne medicines, it is a good idea to ensure that you've read the instructions on the packet to see if there are any warning notices.
Additionally, you should follow carefully all of the usage instructions on the leaflet or packaging. When using the product, for safety reasons you should never deviate from these instructions.
When planning on using acne treatments such as lotions or creams, you should test them on a small area of your skin before applying to the rest of your skin. If you don't have any problems with irritated skin on the area which you tested on, it is ok to use it everywhere else.
It isn't just important to test out new topical acne medications, you should do this with medications which you have used before. This is because products will sometimes cause no irritation, then after a break in their use may start to cause irritation.
When selecting a treatment for your acne, it is best to opt for the one with the least chance of having side effects. It is important that the acne medication does not cause irritation to your skin, and choosing the treatment with the least chance of side effects will make problems less likely.
In common with non-acne medicines, certain acne treatments can be more prone to causing side effects than others. Find out all the possible side effects of the various acne treatments before choosing one to use.
When you purchase over the counter treatments, do not use any which appear to be tampered with or which have been opened. Check that all seals are intact, or if the packaging isn't sealed, consider buying some online where it is less likely to have been opened by people trying it out.
This article is intended to provide information, it is not a substitute for professional medical advice from a doctor or dermatologist. See a medical professional and they will help to find the right treatment for your acne.
