Topical Antibiotic / Topical Antibacterial
Efficacy
58%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
Topical Antibiotic / Topical Antibacterial
Side Effects
Low-Medium
Topical Antibiotic / Topical Antibacterial
Acne.org’s Real World Take
A more dangerous way of using benzoyl peroxide that studies show works a bit better than benzoyl peroxide alone. However, when used properly, benzoyl peroxide on its own can completely clear the skin without the addition of antibiotics.
Topical Antibiotic / Topical Antibacterial
How to Get It
Have a dermatologist? Make an appointment to get this medication. Don't have a dermatologist? See The American Academy of Dermatology Physician Database to find one.
Used Erythromycin / Benzoyl Peroxide (Benzamycin®)? Rate It:
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July 12, 2008
Cons:
Lots of peeling on chin area and sides of cheeks. I still have white heads on my chin. Still have cystic acne on cheeks.
I use a cetaphil face wash/moisturizer in the morning and use retin-a over it. Then at night i put the benzamycin on after washing my face with cetaphil. Although my face feels tight like it is in a mask, i have to say that my acne has gotten significantly better. My dermatologist told me that it takes about four months for the benzamycin to clear your face up, because it brings the pimples under the surface up. Don't be discouraged if you don't see improvements in a few weeks. Wait a while.
July 11, 2008
Pros:
Originally saw some improvement, helped keep minor acne, whiteheads and comedones under control.
Cons:
After prolonged use it is no longer effective. Dries skin out. Terrible taste. Bleaches clothes.
Skin develops a resistance to the antibacterial effects and after many years of use, Benzamycin just won't cut it any more.
July 11, 2008
Pros:
I cleared up all those smaller blemishes fast so the one that take longer started healing too but looks alot better without all the littles and helps put my oily skin under control.
Cons:
the dryness and peeling at first bothered me but it doesn't last long.
It works!!! I love it i stop using it though and i still get breakouts but its helping to clear up the scaring. I'm 21 now and its hard to find something that works i've tried everything in the store but the doctor said those wouldn't help. I tried this and it took only a few days b4 i noticed improvements.Somedays i don't even need much make up if any.
June 10, 2008
Pros:
Dries skin, my skin is naturally oily so now its pretty much normal.Significant difference in the amount of acne on my face.I suffer from moderate acne nothing severe and I've been using this medication for 4 months now. My skin is beautiful.
Cons:
Certain areas have become a little too dry and I hate the white stuff that appears when it dries. But all in all I find it to be effective
I think it works well for me, but that may be because I have moderate acne. I controls my oil production and I my skin is really smooth, an besides a couple black heads my skin is flawless. I'll give it 2 more months.
May 14, 2008
Pros:
It made my acne just a little bit better than my previous medication...
Cons:
- Dries skin - Leaves white traces on the face after it dries - Must be refrigirated - Bleaches pillow cases/t-shirts
My dermatologist prescripted me this after my Differin/Clyndoxyl combo stopped working and I started breaking out bad again.
After 4 months, I still have big breakouts on my cheeks, I still have red marks, I still have blackheads. My skin is just slightly better than it was before starting the treament.
March 23, 2008
Pros:
It started clearing my skin up after a couple days, but now my face is breaking out!
Cons:
I've only used the product for a week and I thought I was seeing results. But after a couple days of being clear, I started breaking out whereever I put the medication. I'm not sure if this is the whole "It gets worse before it gets better."
I'm not sure if this is just me because I've read really good reviews about the product. I'm hoping my skin will clear soon. If anyone has had the same problem as me, please let me know.
March 6, 2008
Pros:
- works well
- works QUICKLY
Cons:
- extrememly drying
- must be refrigerated
I broke out ridiculously bad out of nowhere and I had horrible PAINFUL acne on every area of my face with the exception of my forehead and nose. I even had terrible acne on my cheeks, which I previously never had. My doctor prescribed the the cream and I noticed a difference the next morning in the size of the blemishes I had on my face. It didn't completely clear my acne, but it did help. The biggest downside is any area the cream is applied to becomes extremely dried.
March 2, 2008
Pros:
I can see results already after using it for a few days. I have mild-moderate acne and I've noticed that my blemishes are starting to dissapear.
Cons:
My skin is dry! I naturally have combination dry skin, so using this product has started to really dry out my skin. I've started using a moisturizer with it so hopefully that will help.
It's looking good so far. I've never used a medicated acne cream before, (i did the proactive thing but that didn't work). I got it for free as a sample from my doctor (the sample package lasts for a bit over a month), so I'm lucky to get it at no cost. I would recommend trying it, considering I've seen results already I'm expecting it to only get better!
March 1, 2008
Pros:
Put bad acne immediately under control - disinfects the pores of your skin
Cons:
Bleaches clothes - be careful when applying around the neck. Even rubbing against your collar will bleach fabric. I would suggest applying only to problem areas to disinfect. If it's your neck, look at collarless shirts/tops.
Excellent results!! I'm 43 and have been combating acne since I was 13. I also use Retin-A and the combination seems to keep my skin tone even (I'm an olive skinned Latino). The air is L.A. is full of car pollution and I broke out real bad when I moved here, but after using retin-A and occasional periods of Benzamycin (if I have a bad breakout), I find this to be a fine skin solution. My face looks great and the skin tone is even. And not that expensive considering each jar is good for 3 months! I don't know if I'm an exception.
My dermatologist also suggested a low oil diet, which definitely seemed to help (no fried foods, no lactose products)- and I also lost weight! It's true the better you feel inside will also show on the outside!
Best of luck to all you fellow acnes sufferers!
January 29, 2008
Pros:
great product, definitely works, no side effects
Cons:
bleaches clothes and linens
i've had acne's forever on and off, this product was a savior for me, it cleared up my sking in no time
Pros:
Makes my skin more even toned. Makes emerging pimples go awawy quicker. My forehead use to be horrible but it is COMPLETELY clear now! Also, my nose is clear too.