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Frequently Asked Questions

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Although acne is not caused by dirt, it is important to wash your face every day. Use a mild cleanser and warm water. Don't scrub. Gently dry your face by patting with a soft, clean towel. Please read about the causes of acne for more information.
During puberty, the hormone testosterone, found in both males and females, increases. Testosterone is partly responsible for physical development in young people. The hormone also causes sebaceous glands, or oil glands, to produce more oil, which can cause more acne. Also, acne can be caused by hereditary factors. If either of your parents had acne as a teenager, you may get it, too. Please read about the causes of acne for more information.
In addition to higher levels of testosterone, other triggers of acne may be: 1) stress, 2) oil and grease from cosmetics or the work environment (such as cooking near a greasy stove), 3) picking or popping acne, and 4) around menstruation in females.
Some people believe that certain foods may cause acne or make it worse, though this idea has not been proven. Nevertheless, it is important to pay attention to your body. If you notice that your acne gets worse when you eat certain foods, you may want to avoid or limit your consumption of those foods or talk to your doctor.
If you have acne but haven't discussed it with a doctor, you should consider doing so. If you are under the age of 18, please discuss with your parents first. If your acne makes you embarrassed, it might be helpful to see a doctor who can prescribe treatment. Also, if you have painful acne or scarring, a doctor can prescribe treatment to help reduce those problems.
Consider talking to a doctor about your acne. Your doctor can determine which type of acne you have and how best to treat it. Your doctor may instruct you to use an over-the-counter product or prescribe a treatment for you. The prescription product can be an oral (medication taken by mouth) or a topical (treatment that you put directly on your skin). There are several different treatment options.
Yes, you can, but you should look for products that have "noncomedogenic" or "nonacnegenic" on the labels. These types of products should not cause acne or make existing acne worse. Remember to remove your makeup every night by washing your face with a mild cleanser and warm water.
Your doctor can provide answers to many of your questions about acne. You can also visit AcneHeroes.com or check out other websites such as aad.org, skincarephysicians.com, or familydoctor.org.
Remember, you must make an appointment with your doctor if you don't have a prescription for BenzaClin®. See our Talking to a Doctor section to get started ›

 
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
BenzaClin® is an acne product you can get with a doctor's prescription. It is for topical use only. Do not use with other topical acne products unless directed by your doctor. Side effects are usually limited to the skin and include dry skin, itching, peeling, redness and sunburn.

You should not use BenzaClin® if you are allergic to clindamycin, benzoyl peroxide, or the antibiotic lincomycin. If allergy symptoms occur such as swelling or shortness of breath, stop using BenzaClin® and call your doctor immediately. Clindamycin, an ingredient in BenzaClin®, may cause diarrhea. You should not use BenzaClin® if you have a history of colitis. If you experience severe diarrhea or severe abdominal cramps, stop using BenzaClin® and call your doctor immediately.

INDICATION
BenzaClin® Topical Gel is indicated for the treatment of acne.

For more information, please see Full Prescribing Information for BenzaClin®.

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