Youth Juice is a health drink that seems to be creating some serious buzz recently. YouthJuice or YJ as it is referred to by its many fans is a blend of 10 ingredients that offer an incredible level of antioxidants.
In addition to its high antioxidant capabilities, Youth Juice has been shown to be anti-inflammatory as well. This is clearly of interest to those with acne. Much of what drives acne is inflammation and many of the current prescription therapies that exist target this inflammation as a way of improving the acne itself.
There have been many anecdotal stories of how Youth Juice has helped those with allergies, colitis, arthritis and other inflammatory conditions. Here at Everything Acne.com we are excited to see if this revolutionary beverage will benefit those with acne as well.
If you have tried Youth Juice and it has helped your acne, please feel free to comment below. We will be following up with any new information regarding YJ and its effects on acne.
Click here to learn more about Youth Juice.
October 24th, 2009
Aczone gel is the first new topical acne medication to be released in many years that actually is a different molecule. Other medications have either been different strengths of previously used medications or a combination of two existing medications.
Aczone gel is a topical version of the medication Dapsone. Dapsone is an oral antibiotic and anti-inflammatory medication. It was used orally for acne in the past. However, Dapsone is known to have some potentially severe side effects. Although rare, these side effects most involved the blood cells and could lead to anemia or a decrease in production of all the blood cell lines, a condition known as agranulocytosis. These and other side effects limited the oral use of Dapsone for acne.
Aczone however has passed many rigorous studies and was shown to have no effect on the blood. As a result, it won FDA approval and does not require any blood test to monitor its use.
Aczone is used mostly for inflammatory acne consisting of more pimples and pustules and is applied topically twice a day. It may be used in addition to other topical and/or oral medications as well.
Currently, you can receive an instant rebate by presenting a card to the pharmacist when filling you prescription. Learn more about the Aczone Gel rebate.
August 19th, 2009
Epiduo gel is the newest combination medication to hit the prescription acne treatment world. Epiduo differs from the other combination therapies because it contains a retinoid. The combination is Differin 0.1% gel along with benzoyl peroxide 2.5%. The studies that won Epiduo FDA approval were very impressive showing improvement or clearance in the majority of the treated patients.
The combo uses the antibacterial activity of benzoyl peroxide and combines it with the anti-inflammatory and normalization of keratinization effects that are offered by the retinoid Differin.
Not only does it work well, Epiduo is quite reasonable as well. Prescription Perks.com indicates that there is an Epiduo Gel offer that will allow you to fill your prescription for no more than $20! Quite a bargain.
Check out more about the Epiduo Gel Instant Advantage Card.
August 18th, 2009
Acanya gel is the newest combination product for acne that contains both clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide. The other combination products that have these two active ingredients are Duac gel and Benzaclin gel. So what’s the difference? Well, the more veteran combo products contain benzoyl peroxide in a 5% strength, while Acanya Gel contains only 2.5%.
So is less more? Well, studies have shown that benzoyl peroxide tends to do a good job regardless of the strength and that higher doses may contribute to a higher risk of irritation. So, with Acanya Gel, the idea is that you are still getting the advantages of a benzoyl peroxide withouth the irritation.
So if you have more easily irritated skin, consider speaking with your dermatologist about Acanya gel. You can even ask for a money saving card and look for other savings offers on Prescription Perks.com at their Acanya Gel offer page.
August 18th, 2009
Here at Everything Acne.com, we always strive to give you the most relevant, helpful information about acne medications. We recently came across a site that has links to tons of prescription savings offers for acne medications and just about any other medication you may have been prescribed. You can visit the site here: Prescription Perks.com. We highly recommend you check it out.
August 17th, 2009
Atralin gel is the newest branded retinoid to hit the acne market. Retinoids are a key component to any acne regimen and help mainly by normalizing keratinization. In other words, it helps the skin to slough off in the normal way in an effort to prevent blocking of pores. Dermatologists agree that retinoids, including Atralin gel are a key component both treating active ance as well as preventing futher breakouts.
While the benefits of retinoids, which include Differin gel and cream, Retin-a Microgel, Tazorec gel and cream, and now Atralin gel are well known, one of the potential drawbacks of these topical medications is their tendency to create dryness and irritation.
Atralin differs from its retinoid predecessors by including ingredients that attempt to combat dryness and even try and moisturize the skin. These ingredients include slouble collagen and Sodium Hyaluronate, both of which are moisturizers and glycerine which is a humectant and can help retain water and softness to the skin.
So, if you’re looking for the power of a retinoid with a more gentle gel, ask your dermatologist about Atralin gel.
April 20th, 2008
If you suffer from hormonal acne and topical medications and oral antibiotics have not helped, you may be a candidate for spironolactone. By blocking androgens, spironolactone has been shown to help hormonal acne. With all of the new medications available, one should not look beyond this more tried and true acne therapy.
February 20th, 2007
If you are looking for an oral acne medication that is not an antibiotic, then you should consider Nicomide tablets. Nicomide is a member of the vitamin B family and helps acne by fighting inflammation. The medication is typically very well tolerated and has shown to be effective in the help on acne. To learn more, visit our Nicomide information page.
October 20th, 2006
In a prior post, we introduced a new size Adoxa tablet for the treatment of acne. The new Adoxa pill comes in a 150 mg size. The advantage of this tablet is that it delivers a full 150 mg in a single dose and can be taken once a day. This once a day dosing can clearly increase compliance.
Recently, we have been getting several calls by our patients stating that the pharmacy has told them that this size does not exist. They have instead been given either two 75 mg tablets to take, or even worse, three 50 mg tablets. This clearly defeats the purpose.
We have confirmed the availability of the 150mg size with multiple representatives from Doak, the company behind Adoxa.
So, if your pharamcy tells you they can’t get the 150 mg size, as them to look again, or find another pharmacy.
April 28th, 2006
A recent study in Cutis magazine took a look at the overall costs of treating acne in realtionship to health status. The study found that the costs of prescription medications did not seem to be a factor in raising the annual costs of treating acne.
In fact, the study showed that overall healthcare status was improved in those who more frequently refilled their medications. This again stresses the importance of compliance when treating acne. Those that followed their treatment routines had much better results and overall better health status.
So, as we have stated before, compliance is critical in acne treatment. If you use your medications, they will work!
April 27th, 2006
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