Acne Medicine - Best acne herbal medicine

Here is the list of some of the common acne curing medicines with their actions and side effects.

Medicine Name	Action	Side Effects
Accutane® (Isotretinoin)	For severe acne, reduces oil production	Severely dry skin, lips, mouth, nose Sensitivity to sunlight Inflammation of the bowel and gums Nausea and diarrhea Abnormal menstrual cycles Severe birth defects Depression
Oral Antibiotics (Erythromycin, Tetracycline, Minocycline, Doxycycline)	Kills bacteria	Gastrointestinal upset including diarrhea Increased sun sensitivity Yeast infections Allergic reactions Long-term use can result in resistance
Oral Contraceptives	Reduces sebum by balancing hormones	Mood swings Fluid retention Increased risk of blood clots, stroke, heart attack
Topical Antibiotics (Clindamycin, Tetracycline, Erythromycin)	Kills bacteria	Allergic reactions Short-term effectiveness Bacteria becomes resistant
Benzoyl	Kills bacteria	Bleaches skin and clothing Skin irritation and dryness Redness, stinging, sensitivity to sunlight
Retinoids (Retin-A, Avita, Differin, Tazorac)	Opens follicles	Skin irritation and dryness Dryness of lips, mouth, nose, eyes Temporary skin discoloration Increased sun sensitivity
Mild Fruit Acids (Salicylic or Glycolic Acid)	Opens follicles	Skin irritation, redness, peeling Mild drying can be corrected with moisturizer