15Jul/102
How effective are Erythromycin Topical Solution 2% and Benzoyl Peroxide Wash at treating acne?
I was prescribed both medications yesterday by my doctor for the treatment of acne and i would like to know if these two medicines are good at treating acne and which one would go first? Thanks in advance
July 15th, 2010 - 03:48
Peroxide first, then Erythro.
I’ve used them before.
Careful with washcloths and the peroxide, it WILL bleach! Use a pillowcase you don’t care about, and don’t put your clothes on until you face is DRY!
Honestly though it only worked for a little while for me. My acne came back, and I was left in the same position as before… the ONLY thing that has worked for me is avoiding ALL dairy/milk, and soy. Read the labels of everything and go dairy and soy free for 2 weeks and see if you don’t see an improvement. My breakouts are NOTHING compared to what they were when I was consuming dairy and soy. I still have scars, but they will fade in a while. Occasionally I accidentally consume dairy or soy – and I know it within 1-2 days because i breakout right away. I wish someone would have told me about this years ago… I really suggest you trying it.
Good luck :) Acne is horrible, I hope you find what works for you!
July 15th, 2010 - 03:48
Wash first then put on the sollution and leave it on. These work pretty well for mild acne. The erythromycin is an older drug, but can be effective.