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Topical Antibiotic / Topical Keratolytic
Efficacy
81%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
Topical Antibiotic / Topical Keratolytic
Acne.org’s Real World Take
Not often used because it smells bad, colors the skin when applied, and can (rarely) lead to severe side effects. Limited evidence shows that it does significantly clear mild-to-moderate acne, but we need more research to know for sure how well it works.
Topical Antibiotic / Topical Keratolytic
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 Sodium Sulfacetamide / Sulfur? Rate It:
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December 10, 2012
Product used: Rosula (Sodium Sulfacetamide (10%) and Sulfur (4%) Wash)
Cons:
Didn't clear face
Made skin extremely dry and flaky
Smells bad
Left behind a white, filmy residue
My derm gave me this to use for the month before I could get on accutane. It helped stop new lesions from forming, but did not clear my acne. It made my face really, really flaky, dry, and tight. It was only a short term med til I could get on the accutane, but I didn't like it much. I would recommend for short term use to those trying to hold acne at bay for similar reasons, but for severe acne long term use wouldn't help anything much. Also, smelt strongly of sulfur (a main ingredient) and left a white, chalky film on my face where I had applied it.
July 4, 2012
Pros:
-Keeps acne away
-Rare pimples if any
-May help redness
-Probably one of the best creams available I've tried
-Works
Cons:
-Smell for some people but doesn't bother me.
-A little difficult to rub in/make sure it's not visible on face.
-Costs $35.07 for a tube with coupon if insurance doesn't cover it. (pro or con)
-Should have used it sooner!!!
I am using this with Epiduo gel. I alternate one day with the Clenia cream and then the next day with the Epiduo gel. I wash my face 2x a day with Aveeno Clear Complexion Cleanser. I use AM Cerave 35 SPF lotion in the morning and no lotion at night. My skin was more sensitive than I realized because only the small amount of salcylic acid in the Aveeno cleanser made my face red at first, but I got used to it. I needed something that would be gentle on my skin. Clenia is less harsh on skin than the Epiduo gel, but they work well together alternating.
January 26, 2012
Product used: Prascion (Cleanser)
Pros:
Good stuff
Cons:
No problems
Gets rid of bacteria infections
July 17, 2009
Pros:
Works well immediately
Cons:
Not covered by my new Rx plan. Don't know the cost or if I will be able to afford it.
I like this product. I use it with a generic form of Metrogel and my skin has a lot less redness and feels smooth and soft.
February 18, 2009
Pros:
This cleanser helps remove oil from pores
Cons:
It stinks. It contains sulfur and smells like sulfur. Generic Prascion.
This product is an okay cleanser. I have been using it for a month. I think that it is a gradual exfolliate so every two weeks, it seems like it reveals a new layer of skin. I just really hate the smell of it so I use a scented moisturizer to mask the scent of sulfur. My derm has me using this cleanser twice a day. In the morning, I am to follow with a moisturizer and Aczone 5% and in the evening, I apply Tazorac cream topically. I've only noticed a slight improvement thusfar.
November 14, 2008
Pros:
Cost.
Cons:
none.
This is a great product and it works great. The cost is high but I ask for ther Generic and the cost is now very low with insurance about $15.00.
October 4, 2008
Pros:
IT WORKS!!!! No side effects!!
Cons:
It smells like sulfur, but I'm used to it now.
Seems a little slow at reducing redness from acne.
This stuff is great!! I wish I would have used this alone instead of with Solodyn. Solodyn only worsened my acne and dried out my skin. I think if I had used the Clenia Foaming Face Wash and Clenia Emollient Cream only I would have seen faster results.
I highly recommend asking your derm about these products. Give them a couple of weeks and you will be very pleased.
July 30, 2008
Pros:
Keeps acne away
Cons:
none
Helps sensitive skin feel clean and clear within days. Would definetely recommend this product with any type of acne.
April 12, 2008
Pros:
It's 100% effective. When I first started going to the dermatologist for my acne, she prescribed several products. This is the only one I have to use now to upkeep my clear skin. With my insurance, I pay $10 for a 12oz bottle that lasts 10 weeks.
Cons:
It drys the skin a little but all that I needed was a pea-sized amount of an over-the-counter face cream to combat that.
It works and I would recommend it to anyone! I started using it three months ago after years of acne and I haven't had a breakout in at least 6 weeks...not one pimple!
November 22, 2007
Pros:
it didnt dry up my skin
Cons:
the emolient cream takes a bit to rub in
its good if you dont want to see instant result like i did because my face actually looks worse
Pros:
Held acne at bay for awhile