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Often known by its brand name Benzamycin®, this topical treatment is a combination of erythromycin, which is a topical antibiotic that helps slow...

Often known by its brand name Benzamycin®, this topical treatment is a combination of erythromycin, which is a topical antibiotic that helps slow or stop bacteria growth and reduce skin inflammation, and benzoyl peroxide, which kills acne bacteria and dries/peels the skin.

It is usually applied 2 times a day.

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October 30, 2007

Pros:

Can clear up smaller lesions. Works very well for some people.

Cons:

Redness, irritation, stinging, burning, bleaches fabrics, has to be refrigerated, thick, goopy texture. Seems to be less effective over time.

Product caused major facial irritation without reducing acne significantly. Ruins linens and clothes worse than actual bleach.
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July 22, 2007

Pros:

Works very effectively
Works within a few days
Has prolonged results

Cons:

Needs to be stored in the fridge
Runs out quickly

Great, totally recommended Works extremely well on all types of acne
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May 21, 2009

Pros:

Very powerful BP product since it also contains an antibiotic. The combination of both BP and an antibiotic seem to be quite effective. Clears up acne fast only if you apply it in the entire effected area as preventive measure.

Cons:

Once it's dried your face will feel very stiff. Fairly expensive even with insurance copay. Have to store in cool area (stay away from the kitchen cabinets or bathroom since it will get steamed). Have to moisturize heavily.

This product works well. You just have to learn how to use just the right amount and be very regimented about it since you will have to apply a very good moisturizer on to combat the dryness. I don't know if the antibiotics actually does anything or if this is more effective than the 2.5% BP, but this will make your face very dry and stiff for sure.
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January 24, 2009

Pros:

Helps clear skin

Cons:

I use the gel and it has to be refrigerated so not good when traveling or in my dorm (fridge is too cold).

I'd like to find something like this that doesn't have to be kept cold.
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September 24, 2008

Pros:

It definitely helps clear up acne, being most effective with white and blackheads. Cystic acne and pustules just take time, although this product helps eliminate spreading.

Cons:

This severely dries out my skin if I use too much. Little is definitely more with this! I see more results using about a half a pea-sized worth for my entire face. Otherwise my face gets too dry and aggrivates my acne.

This definitely works for all types of acne. Be careful how much you use because it will severely dry your skin. Use a good moisturizer and you should be able to avoid dry, flakey and red skin. Little is more... don't use more than a pea-sized amount at a time.
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August 16, 2007

Pros:

Friend gave me a coupel of packets to try, within three days I saw results. Best I used ever. Got a pescription from my doc. Now I am totally hooked.

Cons:

A little messy, but dont rub it in, just one swipe of thin layer.

It just works!!!
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May 29, 2007

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This was the best topical I ever used, until it was discontinued in the UK (why i'll never know). It consistently kept my skin clear

Cons:

There might have been a bit of dryness, but not much at all. It also has a strange consistency and it has to be mixed but thats it really.

The best topical. Left wondering what else there is that will be as good as this.
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December 15, 2006
Brilliant stuff - works really well, I am having problems getting hold of it too - the Chemist told me that it will be back in production in 2007 - no ideas which month though - any one heard any different?
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October 24, 2006

Pros:

I notived improvement after a few nights of usage. The pimples started to slowly fade away.

Cons:

The dryness of course. Rather be a little dry than pimply though. Is rather expensive if your insurance does not cover it. In Toronto I paid $10 CAN after my college drug plan coverage.

My acne is mild, but my skin, especially in the cheek area, has become uneven over the years, not red, just not as smooth as I want it to be. This stuff helps improve skin texture. I actually just purchased another container so I shall soon see whether it is as good as I thought it is. I guess it's important to use it daily and consistently, not miss a dose and all. I'm thinking also about washing my face less often as that adds to the dryness.
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March 30, 2009

Pros:

Pretty cheap with my insurance

Cons:

REALLY dries out skin. Def can't use if you love to tan. And also does burn. I could see results as little as a week.

But did clear my skin alot. I would recommend to use if you think nothing else works. I thought nothing would work because i have tried everything. But then my doctor recommended this.
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