If you're like a lot of teens, you've probably used various products to treat your acne. Did they give you the results you wanted? This guide can help you learn about acne and its treatment so you can make the right choices with your doctor. Your doctor is an important resource for your questions.
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About Your Acne

What is acne?

Acne is a common skin condition that can have many forms. Generally, acne refers to acne vulgaris, which is the medical term for what you may call zits, pimples, or breakouts. Acne vulgaris is associated with bacteria called Propionibacterium acnes, or P. acnes.

Although people of all ages get acne, it may seem as though you have more than your fair share of it as you begin and go through puberty. That is because during puberty, a hormone called testosterone, in both males and females, increases and causes the body to produce more oil, called sebum. Sebum, together with dead skin cells, clogs pores, which causes acne.

Acne fact and fiction

Fiction: "Popping" pimples makes them go away faster.
Fact: Actually, squeezing or picking at a pimple can make acne worse.

Fiction: Simply washing or scrubbing will reduce acne.
Fact: Much of the skin activity that causes acne occurs well below the surface of the skin.

Fiction: All acne medications are the same.
Fact: Different medications work differently to treat acne. Talk to your doctor about which medicine is right for you.

What really causes acne?

Acne usually starts in the teen years, probably because of certain changes that happen as you mature:

  • Your body begins to produce hormones called androgens, which cause oil to build up in pores

  • When this oil clogs pores, it can lead to different types of acne

  • Other factors that may contribute to the development of acne are family history, certain types of medicine, and greasy makeup

There are different kinds of acne.
Learn about these common types of acne ›

Have more questions?
Check out our acne FAQs ›

Remember, you must make an appointment with your doctor if you don't have a prescription for BenzaClin®. See our Talking to a Doctor section to get started ›

 

 
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
BenzaClin® is an acne product you can get with a doctor's prescription. It is for topical use only. Do not use with other topical acne products unless directed by your doctor. Side effects are usually limited to the skin and include dry skin, itching, peeling, redness and sunburn.

You should not use BenzaClin® if you are allergic to clindamycin, benzoyl peroxide, or the antibiotic lincomycin. If allergy symptoms occur such as swelling or shortness of breath, stop using BenzaClin® and call your doctor immediately. Clindamycin, an ingredient in BenzaClin®, may cause diarrhea. You should not use BenzaClin® if you have a history of colitis. If you experience severe diarrhea or severe abdominal cramps, stop using BenzaClin® and call your doctor immediately.

INDICATION
BenzaClin® Topical Gel is indicated for the treatment of acne.

For more information, please see Full Prescribing Information for BenzaClin®.

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