How Do Prescription Medications Work?

Prescription medications work by reducing the occurrence of sudden outbreaks of acne and acne scarring in teenagers and adults.  Oral prescription medications act as anti-androgens and certain prescription medications can prevent the maturing of the sebaceous glands that produce oils in pores.  This oil can get clogged in the pores by bacteria which in turn lead to outbreaks of inflamed pimples and pustules.  Other types of prescription medications change the composition of the oils that is produced in the pores.

Topical prescription medications work by killing the bacteria and contaminates that the skin come in contact with on a day to day basis.  It also prevents oil build up on the surface of the skin.  The bacterium that collects in oil is what can get trapped in sensitive skin and turns into infections leading to pimples.  Prescription medications, both oral and topical, can be used together for the best results.  However, you should be under the care of a professional dermatologist when taking prescription medications for acne.