I am suffering from acne vulgaris, and my dermatologist prescribed Perobar soap, Onabet SD lotion, and Ketonext shampoo, but even after using them for two weeks, I am not seeing much improvement. Are there any other treatment options that may work better for me?
Asked by Female, 28 · 2 days ago
Acne vulgaris usually does not show quick improvement in just two weeks, even when the correct treatment is started, because pimples form deep in the skin and take time to calm down and stop new breakouts. Medicines like Perobar soap, antifungal or anti-inflammatory lotions, and medicated shampoos help reduce bacteria, oiliness, and irritation, but visible results often take 4-8 weeks or sometimes longer, depending on how active the acne is and how oily or sensitive your skin is. It is also common to see mild initial flare or no obvious change early on, which can feel discouraging but is still part of the normal treatment response. Along with prescribed treatment, keeping the skincare routine simple helps a lot, such as using a gentle cleanser, avoiding heavy creams or oil-based products, not picking pimples, and maintaining daily sunscreen use to prevent marks from darkening. Diet, stress, and sleep also play a role in acne control, so balancing these can improve results over time. If there is no improvement even after 6-8 weeks, or if acne is painful, spreading, or leaving scars, a follow-up with your dermatologist is important because treatment may need adjustment or stronger targeted medicines.
