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All services provided by Anytime Doctor are safe, fast and confidential. You can obtain treatment within the privacy of your home and without the inconvenience of waiting for an appointment.
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What is Acne?
Acne is a skin condition that causes spots and oily skin. It is very common and most people are affected at some stage in their life. It most commonly manifests in the face, but more severe acne can also affect the back and chest area. The types of spots found in acne range from blackheads and whiteheads to more painful papules, pustules, nodules and cysts. Many mild acne outbreaks can be treated with over the counter preparations, available from pharmacies. If your acne becomes more persistent and can't be controlled with over the counter treatments or is impacting the way you feel about your appearance, there are other prescription only topical treatments available to help.
Our doctors can prescribe topical treatments for mild to moderate acne if you have been previously diagnosed by your GP or specialist dermatologist. In the first instance it may be recommended that a topical antibiotic such as Zineryt, or a topical retinoid such as Differin are tried. If these are unsuitable, Skinoren (azelaic acid) may be prescribed, which works in a similar way to the peeling agent benzoyl peroxide. If your acne is still persistent after 8 weeks, you may be suitable to step up to a combination treatment. We offer two types of combination treatment. Duac Once Daily which contains the topical antibiotic clindamycin and the peeling agent benzoyl peroxide, and Epiduo which contains the topical retinoid adapalene and the peeling agent benzoyl peroxide. Our doctors will advise if you are unsure which treatment you need.
All services provided by Anytime Doctor are safe, fast and confidential. You can obtain treatment within the privacy of your home and without the inconvenience of waiting for an appointment.
Treatment Options
Zineryt 30ml and 90ml Solution
- Topical antibiotic with active ingredient erythromycin
- Works by treating infections of the skin to reduce acne
- Solution is pre-mixed by your pharmacist
Differin 0.1% w/w Cream and Gel
- Topical retinoid with active ingredient adapalene
- Good for unblocking pores
- Available as gel or cream
Skinoren 20% Cream
- Topical antibacterial with active ingredient azelaic acid
- Reduces growth of keratin surface skin cells that can block pores
- Do not use alongside other acne treatments
Duac Once Daily 10mg/g + 50mg/g Gel
- Combination treatment containing topical antibiotic and peeling agent
- Contains the active ingredients clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide
- To be considered if single treatments (Differin or Zineryt) have not worked
Epiduo 0.1%/2.5% Gel
- Combination treatment containing topical retinoid and peeling agent
- Contains the active ingredients adapalene and benzoyl peroxide
- To be considered if single treatments (Differin or Zineryt) have not worked
How the service works
Just 3 simple steps
- Tell us about your health, select your treatment and pay
It only takes a few minutes. - Doctor review
A UK-registered doctor will review your consultation and approve treatment if suitable. - Delivery to your door
Your medicine is sent in discreet packaging, with fast, tracked delivery.
Which acne treatment is best for me?
If over the counter treatments have not helped your acne, you may be suitable to try prescription only topical treatments. There are many to choose from and many have different active ingredients. You may wish to consider trying topical treatments one by one in the following order (not at the same time), moving up one level if the previous treatment has been unsuccessful after 8 weeks of use.
- Zineryt (topical antibiotic) OR Differin (topical retinoid) OR Skinoren (azelaic acid) which works in a similar way to the peeling agent benzoyl peroxide
- Duac Once Daily (topical antibiotic and peeling agent benzoyl peroxide) OR Epiduo (topical retinoid and peeling agent benzoyl peroxide)
- Antibiotic tablets for acne (not available through Anytime Doctor)
How effective is topical acne treatment?
Results should be noticeable within four to eight weeks of starting treatment. Topical treatments need to be used regularly for several months. The length of treatment will vary from person to person, depending on how bad the acne is at the beginning of treatment.