Acne pimples mainly refers to acne, and topical creams mainly include retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, antibiotics, azelaic acid, selenium dioxide, and so on.
1. Vitamin A acids: Topical medications of vitamin A acids mainly include all-trans-vitamin A acid gel, adapalene gel, tazarotene and so on. Vitamin A acid drugs may cause local erythema, tightness, burning sensation, flaking and other adverse reactions.
2. Benzoyl peroxide: it can be formulated into 2.5%, 5%, 10% gel and emulsion, and has a slight irritating effect on sensitive skin. It can be used alone or in combination with topical vitamin A drugs or antibiotics.
3. antibiotics: such as erythromycin ointment, fusidic acid cream,, clindamycin, lincomycin, chloramphenicol and other topical preparations.
4. azelaic acid: has the efficacy of treating inflammation and acne, and can alleviate post-inflammatory pigmentation. It can be prepared as a 15%-20% cream. The main side effect is a slight redness and stinging sensation on the skin.
5. Selenium dioxide: 2.5% selenium disulfide lotion has an inhibitory effect on bacteria, fungi and parasites. After cleansing the skin, dilute the product in appropriate amount and apply it evenly on the areas with significant sebum overflow, rinse it off with water after 3-5 minutes.
All of the above drugs need to be used in a standardized manner under the guidance of a doctor, do not do it on your own to avoid the occurrence of adverse reactions. Usually pay attention to keep the skin hygiene and clean, do not smoke or drink alcohol, so as not to aggravate the symptoms.