Principles and Side Effects of Acne Medication

2024.01.12 Updated ver.

 

[Principle of Acne Medication]

 

The reason acne occurs is,

1) Sebum secretion

2) Sebum accumulation

3) Occurrence of inflammation

 

The acne medications here are

① Suppresses sebum secretion to reduce the absolute amount of sebum

② Antibiotics that kill bacteria to reduce inflammation

It serves two roles.

 

 

① If sebum secretion is suppressed

The amount of accumulated sebum decreases, and

Even if there are acne bacteria, there is no sebum

The likelihood of inflammation decreases.

 

② In the case of severe pustular acne,

Since controlling inflammation is prioritized

We will use antibiotics that kill bacteria.

As bacteria die, inflammation subsides.

 

▶ Since oral acne medication is prescribed after a consultation with a specialist,

Whether an expert determines whether sebum secretion or inflammation is more urgent

We will prescribe based on our judgment.

 

 

[Side Effects of Acne Medication]

 

The principle of oral acne medication is

It can be broadly viewed in two ways.

1) Suppression of sebum secretion

2) Antibiotics that kill bacteria

 

If used properly, it is really noticeable

You can see the effect.

 

It is really fascinating when you experience it for the first time.

(I should have taken my medicine sooner....)

 

but..

There is that much risk.

 

That would be a side effect.

 

If you are currently taking the following medications,

If you are considering taking it, it is recommended that you refer to this.

 

It cannot be said that side effects will occur 100% of the time.

There are individual differences.

 

And depending on the duration of use, lifestyle, condition, etc.

It appears sometimes and does not.

 

but,

Some acne medications contain steroids, and

Etiquette that may develop

Anyway, since it is medicine, if you eat a large amount over a long period of time

Of course, it is bound to be bad.

 

Based on the principle of acne medication

Please check the major side effects.

It is advisable to be careful not to misuse it.

 

 

① Suppression of sebum secretion

(= Loss of oil in the body = Becomes dry)

 

Isotretinoin, Roaccutane, etc. (*Isotretinoin component)

Skin becomes dry, accompanied by nosebleeds, dry lips, dry eyes, and dry skin.

It is also said that in severe cases, it may affect hair loss.

There are also cases where depression occurs.

 

 

② Antibiotics that kill bacteria

(= Kills acne bacteria = Can kill beneficial bacteria as well)

 

Minocycline (*minocycline component)

Doxycycline tablets (*Doxycycline ingredient)

Lurid tablets, Roxitem tablets (*Roxithromycin active ingredient)

Killing even beneficial bacteria in the intestines, causing diarrhea, nausea, indigestion, etc.

Nausea, facial flushing, etc.

 

 

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Acne medication is prescribed by a specialist after a consultation,

Because it is effective when you take it for the first time

You may end up relying on it unconditionally.

 

but

You need to get "help"

Relying on it can be dangerous.

 

If you experience even the slightest unusual symptoms while taking acne medication

You must stop taking the medication, immediately inform the hospital of your symptoms, and get treatment.

 

 

What we usually have to do is,

To prevent acne

It effectively drains secreted sebum, and

It is to avoid habits that cause inflammation.

 

 

1) Ensure proper sebum drainage

Do light cardio that makes you sweat 3 to 4 times a week

When washing your face, massage thoroughly with lukewarm water, then wash gently.

▶ Senka Perfect Whip Cleansing Foam

exfoliate regularly

▶ AHA BHA PHA 3rd Generation Exfoliating Solution

 

 

2) Avoid inflammation-inducing habits

Avoid flour, fried foods, instant foods, fructose (liquid fructose), etc.

Avoid specific allergy foods (e.g., allergy to dairy products)

n Gluten-free flour, lactose-free dairy products, etc.

Take liver supplements to prevent liver fatigue, avoid alcohol, etc.

 

 

If you take care of and manage acne

It can get much better.

 

If you leave a guy who can be subdued early on unchecked

As inflammation develops and worsens

We have to use stronger methods and harsher drugs.

 

If it has already become too severe

Even after the acne is gone

pitted scars or pigmentation, etc.

There are many cases where irreversible traces remain.

 

 

The key is to suppress sebum secretion or

Rather than reducing inflammation,

 

So that it doesn't get worse

It effectively expels sebum.

Pay attention little by little on a regular basis

It will be managing.