Acanya

Acne Vulgaris, Inflammation, Acne Vulgaris + 1 more

Treatment

3 Active Studies for Acanya

What is Acanya

Benzoyl peroxide

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Benzoyl peroxide is a medication used in topical treatments for acne. It can be used alone or with other antibiotics, such as erythromycin, clindamycin, or adapalene. Benzoyl peroxide works by breaking down proteins and increasing cell turnover around the follicles, which reduces keratin and sebum. The FDA approved this drug combination in 1984.

Benzamycin

is the brand name

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Acanya Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Benzamycin

Benzoyl peroxide

1984

79

Effectiveness

How Acanya Affects Patients

Benzoyl peroxide is a medication used to treat acne. It works by breaking down comedones and speeding up the rate at which skin cells renew themselves. It is generally safe to use, but can cause skin irritation, dryness, and sunburn. Patients should be warned of these risks before using the medication.

How Acanya works in the body

Acne is caused by a combination of factors, including excess oil production, hormones, bacteria, and inflammation. Benzoyl peroxide works by breaking down the oil and bacteria in the skin. It also increases the rate of skin cell turnover, helping to break down comedones (whiteheads and blackheads). Benzoyl peroxide produces free radicals that interact with bacterial proteins, making it harder for them to survive and function. Over time, this reduces the amount of oil and bacteria around follicles.

When to interrupt dosage

The advisable dosage of Acanya is contingent upon the diagnosed affliction, including Inflammatory Acne Vulgaris, Acne and Acne. The amount of dosage is contingent upon the methodology of administration (e.g. Solution or Kit - Topical) delineated in the table underneath.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Acne Vulgaris

0.025 mg/mg, , 0.05 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL, 0.034 mg/mg, 0.0425 mg/mg, 26.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 0.007 mg/mg, 0.05 mg/mL, 0.1 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg, 37.0 mg/mL, 2.75 mg, 0.025 mg/mL, 0.000085 mg/mg, 0.07 mg/mL, 0.06 mg/mg, 0.25 mg/mL, 0.025 mL/mL, 0.053 mg/mg, 0.098 mg/mg, 0.8 mg/mg, 70.0 mg/mL, 0.295 mL/mL, 0.0104 mg/mg, 0.08 mg/mg, 0.05 mL/mL, 0.001 mg/mg, 0.032 mg/mg, 0.09 mg/mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.055 mg/mg, 0.318 mg/mg, 0.07 mg/mg, 44.0 mg/mL, 55.0 mg/mL, 0.0525 mg/mg, 42.5 mg/mL, 0.135 mg/mg, 0.22 mg/mL, 0.1 mL/mL, 0.1125 mg/mg, 0.6 mg/mg, 5650.0 mg, 11300.0 mg, 35.0 mg/mL, 0.095 mg/mg, 0.00557 mg/mg, 61.62 mg/mL, 0.329 mg/mg, 30.0 mg/mL, 0.519 mg/mL, 0.3 mL/mL, 0.56 mg/mg, 0.075 mL/mL, 60.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL, 10.0 %, 5.0 %, 2.5 %, 3.0 %, 4.0 %, 20.0 %, 8.0 %, 3.5 %, 2.6 %, 0.0025 mg/mg, 0.026 mg/mg, 3.7 %, 0.035 mg/mg, 0.1467 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mg, 0.0587 mg/mg, 52.5 mg/mL, 0.0375 mg/mg, 0.14 mg/mg, 0.15 mg/mg, 45.0 mg/mL, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.045 mg/mL, 40.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 0.2 mg/mg, 85.0 mg/mL, 0.063 mg/mL, 0.283 mg/mg, 500.0 mg/mL, 60.0 mg, 0.085 mg/mg, 0.0275 mg/mg, 70000.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg/mL, 0.102 mg/mg, 115.0 mg/mL, 36.9 mg/mL, 0.069 mg/mg, 65.0 mg/mL, 57.5 mg/mL, 0.068 mg/mg, 0.35 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg, 0.037 mL/mL, 25000.0 mg/mL, 50000.0 mg/mL, 0.0005 mg/mg, 0.136 mg/mg, 0.1173 mg/mg, 0.085 mg/mL, 0.0948 mg/mg, 0.0625 mg/mg, 9.8 mg/mg, 0.28 mg/mg, 0.075 mg/mL, 0.13 mg/mg, 75.0 mg/mL, 0.125 mg/mg, 0.0025 %/mg, 125.0 mg/mL, 62.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg

Topical, Lotion - Topical, , Lotion, Kit, Liquid, Gel, Gel - Topical, Liquid - Topical, Cream - Topical, Cream, Solution, Solution - Topical, Swab, Swab - Topical, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Cloth - Topical, Cloth, Emulsion - Topical, Emulsion, Soap - Topical, Soap, Liquid, extended release - Topical, Liquid, extended release, Kit - Topical, Ointment - Topical, Ointment, Suspension - Topical, Suspension, Gel; Lotion - Topical, Gel; Lotion, Paste, Paste - Topical, Jelly - Topical, Jelly, Kit; Lotion; Solution - Topical, Kit; Lotion; Solution, Cream; Gel; Kit; Lotion - Topical, Kit; Lotion - Topical, Kit; Lotion, Gel; Kit - Topical, Gel; Kit, Kit; Liquid; Lotion - Topical, Kit; Liquid; Lotion, Stick, Stick - Topical, Shampoo, suspension, Shampoo, suspension - Topical, Lotion - Transdermal, Transdermal, Cream; Gel; Kit; Lotion, Aerosol, Aerosol - Topical, Gel; Kit; Lotion - Topical, Gel; Kit; Lotion, Gel; Kit; Paste, Gel; Kit; Paste - Topical, Cream; Kit; Lotion, Cream; Kit; Lotion - Topical, Lotion / shampoo, Lotion / shampoo - Topical, Oil, Oil - Topical

Acne Vulgaris

0.025 mg/mg, , 0.05 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL, 0.034 mg/mg, 0.0425 mg/mg, 26.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 0.007 mg/mg, 0.05 mg/mL, 0.1 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg, 37.0 mg/mL, 2.75 mg, 0.025 mg/mL, 0.000085 mg/mg, 0.07 mg/mL, 0.06 mg/mg, 0.25 mg/mL, 0.025 mL/mL, 0.053 mg/mg, 0.098 mg/mg, 0.8 mg/mg, 70.0 mg/mL, 0.295 mL/mL, 0.0104 mg/mg, 0.08 mg/mg, 0.05 mL/mL, 0.001 mg/mg, 0.032 mg/mg, 0.09 mg/mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.055 mg/mg, 0.318 mg/mg, 0.07 mg/mg, 44.0 mg/mL, 55.0 mg/mL, 0.0525 mg/mg, 42.5 mg/mL, 0.135 mg/mg, 0.22 mg/mL, 0.1 mL/mL, 0.1125 mg/mg, 0.6 mg/mg, 5650.0 mg, 11300.0 mg, 35.0 mg/mL, 0.095 mg/mg, 0.00557 mg/mg, 61.62 mg/mL, 0.329 mg/mg, 30.0 mg/mL, 0.519 mg/mL, 0.3 mL/mL, 0.56 mg/mg, 0.075 mL/mL, 60.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL, 10.0 %, 5.0 %, 2.5 %, 3.0 %, 4.0 %, 20.0 %, 8.0 %, 3.5 %, 2.6 %, 0.0025 mg/mg, 0.026 mg/mg, 3.7 %, 0.035 mg/mg, 0.1467 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mg, 0.0587 mg/mg, 52.5 mg/mL, 0.0375 mg/mg, 0.14 mg/mg, 0.15 mg/mg, 45.0 mg/mL, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.045 mg/mL, 40.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 0.2 mg/mg, 85.0 mg/mL, 0.063 mg/mL, 0.283 mg/mg, 500.0 mg/mL, 60.0 mg, 0.085 mg/mg, 0.0275 mg/mg, 70000.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg/mL, 0.102 mg/mg, 115.0 mg/mL, 36.9 mg/mL, 0.069 mg/mg, 65.0 mg/mL, 57.5 mg/mL, 0.068 mg/mg, 0.35 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg, 0.037 mL/mL, 25000.0 mg/mL, 50000.0 mg/mL, 0.0005 mg/mg, 0.136 mg/mg, 0.1173 mg/mg, 0.085 mg/mL, 0.0948 mg/mg, 0.0625 mg/mg, 9.8 mg/mg, 0.28 mg/mg, 0.075 mg/mL, 0.13 mg/mg, 75.0 mg/mL, 0.125 mg/mg, 0.0025 %/mg, 125.0 mg/mL, 62.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg

Topical, Lotion - Topical, , Lotion, Kit, Liquid, Gel, Gel - Topical, Liquid - Topical, Cream - Topical, Cream, Solution, Solution - Topical, Swab, Swab - Topical, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Cloth - Topical, Cloth, Emulsion - Topical, Emulsion, Soap - Topical, Soap, Liquid, extended release - Topical, Liquid, extended release, Kit - Topical, Ointment - Topical, Ointment, Suspension - Topical, Suspension, Gel; Lotion - Topical, Gel; Lotion, Paste, Paste - Topical, Jelly - Topical, Jelly, Kit; Lotion; Solution - Topical, Kit; Lotion; Solution, Cream; Gel; Kit; Lotion - Topical, Kit; Lotion - Topical, Kit; Lotion, Gel; Kit - Topical, Gel; Kit, Kit; Liquid; Lotion - Topical, Kit; Liquid; Lotion, Stick, Stick - Topical, Shampoo, suspension, Shampoo, suspension - Topical, Lotion - Transdermal, Transdermal, Cream; Gel; Kit; Lotion, Aerosol, Aerosol - Topical, Gel; Kit; Lotion - Topical, Gel; Kit; Lotion, Gel; Kit; Paste, Gel; Kit; Paste - Topical, Cream; Kit; Lotion, Cream; Kit; Lotion - Topical, Lotion / shampoo, Lotion / shampoo - Topical, Oil, Oil - Topical

Inflammation

0.025 mg/mg, , 0.05 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL, 0.034 mg/mg, 0.0425 mg/mg, 26.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 0.007 mg/mg, 0.05 mg/mL, 0.1 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg, 37.0 mg/mL, 2.75 mg, 0.025 mg/mL, 0.000085 mg/mg, 0.07 mg/mL, 0.06 mg/mg, 0.25 mg/mL, 0.025 mL/mL, 0.053 mg/mg, 0.098 mg/mg, 0.8 mg/mg, 70.0 mg/mL, 0.295 mL/mL, 0.0104 mg/mg, 0.08 mg/mg, 0.05 mL/mL, 0.001 mg/mg, 0.032 mg/mg, 0.09 mg/mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.055 mg/mg, 0.318 mg/mg, 0.07 mg/mg, 44.0 mg/mL, 55.0 mg/mL, 0.0525 mg/mg, 42.5 mg/mL, 0.135 mg/mg, 0.22 mg/mL, 0.1 mL/mL, 0.1125 mg/mg, 0.6 mg/mg, 5650.0 mg, 11300.0 mg, 35.0 mg/mL, 0.095 mg/mg, 0.00557 mg/mg, 61.62 mg/mL, 0.329 mg/mg, 30.0 mg/mL, 0.519 mg/mL, 0.3 mL/mL, 0.56 mg/mg, 0.075 mL/mL, 60.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL, 10.0 %, 5.0 %, 2.5 %, 3.0 %, 4.0 %, 20.0 %, 8.0 %, 3.5 %, 2.6 %, 0.0025 mg/mg, 0.026 mg/mg, 3.7 %, 0.035 mg/mg, 0.1467 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mg, 0.0587 mg/mg, 52.5 mg/mL, 0.0375 mg/mg, 0.14 mg/mg, 0.15 mg/mg, 45.0 mg/mL, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.045 mg/mL, 40.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 0.2 mg/mg, 85.0 mg/mL, 0.063 mg/mL, 0.283 mg/mg, 500.0 mg/mL, 60.0 mg, 0.085 mg/mg, 0.0275 mg/mg, 70000.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg/mL, 0.102 mg/mg, 115.0 mg/mL, 36.9 mg/mL, 0.069 mg/mg, 65.0 mg/mL, 57.5 mg/mL, 0.068 mg/mg, 0.35 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg, 0.037 mL/mL, 25000.0 mg/mL, 50000.0 mg/mL, 0.0005 mg/mg, 0.136 mg/mg, 0.1173 mg/mg, 0.085 mg/mL, 0.0948 mg/mg, 0.0625 mg/mg, 9.8 mg/mg, 0.28 mg/mg, 0.075 mg/mL, 0.13 mg/mg, 75.0 mg/mL, 0.125 mg/mg, 0.0025 %/mg, 125.0 mg/mL, 62.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg

Topical, Lotion - Topical, , Lotion, Kit, Liquid, Gel, Gel - Topical, Liquid - Topical, Cream - Topical, Cream, Solution, Solution - Topical, Swab, Swab - Topical, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Cloth - Topical, Cloth, Emulsion - Topical, Emulsion, Soap - Topical, Soap, Liquid, extended release - Topical, Liquid, extended release, Kit - Topical, Ointment - Topical, Ointment, Suspension - Topical, Suspension, Gel; Lotion - Topical, Gel; Lotion, Paste, Paste - Topical, Jelly - Topical, Jelly, Kit; Lotion; Solution - Topical, Kit; Lotion; Solution, Cream; Gel; Kit; Lotion - Topical, Kit; Lotion - Topical, Kit; Lotion, Gel; Kit - Topical, Gel; Kit, Kit; Liquid; Lotion - Topical, Kit; Liquid; Lotion, Stick, Stick - Topical, Shampoo, suspension, Shampoo, suspension - Topical, Lotion - Transdermal, Transdermal, Cream; Gel; Kit; Lotion, Aerosol, Aerosol - Topical, Gel; Kit; Lotion - Topical, Gel; Kit; Lotion, Gel; Kit; Paste, Gel; Kit; Paste - Topical, Cream; Kit; Lotion, Cream; Kit; Lotion - Topical, Lotion / shampoo, Lotion / shampoo - Topical, Oil, Oil - Topical

Acne Vulgaris

0.025 mg/mg, , 0.05 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL, 0.034 mg/mg, 0.0425 mg/mg, 26.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 0.007 mg/mg, 0.05 mg/mL, 0.1 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg, 37.0 mg/mL, 2.75 mg, 0.025 mg/mL, 0.000085 mg/mg, 0.07 mg/mL, 0.06 mg/mg, 0.25 mg/mL, 0.025 mL/mL, 0.053 mg/mg, 0.098 mg/mg, 0.8 mg/mg, 70.0 mg/mL, 0.295 mL/mL, 0.0104 mg/mg, 0.08 mg/mg, 0.05 mL/mL, 0.001 mg/mg, 0.032 mg/mg, 0.09 mg/mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.055 mg/mg, 0.318 mg/mg, 0.07 mg/mg, 44.0 mg/mL, 55.0 mg/mL, 0.0525 mg/mg, 42.5 mg/mL, 0.135 mg/mg, 0.22 mg/mL, 0.1 mL/mL, 0.1125 mg/mg, 0.6 mg/mg, 5650.0 mg, 11300.0 mg, 35.0 mg/mL, 0.095 mg/mg, 0.00557 mg/mg, 61.62 mg/mL, 0.329 mg/mg, 30.0 mg/mL, 0.519 mg/mL, 0.3 mL/mL, 0.56 mg/mg, 0.075 mL/mL, 60.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL, 10.0 %, 5.0 %, 2.5 %, 3.0 %, 4.0 %, 20.0 %, 8.0 %, 3.5 %, 2.6 %, 0.0025 mg/mg, 0.026 mg/mg, 3.7 %, 0.035 mg/mg, 0.1467 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mg, 0.0587 mg/mg, 52.5 mg/mL, 0.0375 mg/mg, 0.14 mg/mg, 0.15 mg/mg, 45.0 mg/mL, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.045 mg/mL, 40.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 0.2 mg/mg, 85.0 mg/mL, 0.063 mg/mL, 0.283 mg/mg, 500.0 mg/mL, 60.0 mg, 0.085 mg/mg, 0.0275 mg/mg, 70000.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg/mL, 0.102 mg/mg, 115.0 mg/mL, 36.9 mg/mL, 0.069 mg/mg, 65.0 mg/mL, 57.5 mg/mL, 0.068 mg/mg, 0.35 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg, 0.037 mL/mL, 25000.0 mg/mL, 50000.0 mg/mL, 0.0005 mg/mg, 0.136 mg/mg, 0.1173 mg/mg, 0.085 mg/mL, 0.0948 mg/mg, 0.0625 mg/mg, 9.8 mg/mg, 0.28 mg/mg, 0.075 mg/mL, 0.13 mg/mg, 75.0 mg/mL, 0.125 mg/mg, 0.0025 %/mg, 125.0 mg/mL, 62.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg

Topical, Lotion - Topical, , Lotion, Kit, Liquid, Gel, Gel - Topical, Liquid - Topical, Cream - Topical, Cream, Solution, Solution - Topical, Swab, Swab - Topical, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Cloth - Topical, Cloth, Emulsion - Topical, Emulsion, Soap - Topical, Soap, Liquid, extended release - Topical, Liquid, extended release, Kit - Topical, Ointment - Topical, Ointment, Suspension - Topical, Suspension, Gel; Lotion - Topical, Gel; Lotion, Paste, Paste - Topical, Jelly - Topical, Jelly, Kit; Lotion; Solution - Topical, Kit; Lotion; Solution, Cream; Gel; Kit; Lotion - Topical, Kit; Lotion - Topical, Kit; Lotion, Gel; Kit - Topical, Gel; Kit, Kit; Liquid; Lotion - Topical, Kit; Liquid; Lotion, Stick, Stick - Topical, Shampoo, suspension, Shampoo, suspension - Topical, Lotion - Transdermal, Transdermal, Cream; Gel; Kit; Lotion, Aerosol, Aerosol - Topical, Gel; Kit; Lotion - Topical, Gel; Kit; Lotion, Gel; Kit; Paste, Gel; Kit; Paste - Topical, Cream; Kit; Lotion, Cream; Kit; Lotion - Topical, Lotion / shampoo, Lotion / shampoo - Topical, Oil, Oil - Topical

Warnings

Acanya has six contraindications; it should not be used concurrently with the ailments enumerated in the table below.

Acanya Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Crohn Disease

Do Not Combine

Enterocolitis, Pseudomembranous

Do Not Combine

pseudomembranous colitis

Do Not Combine

Colitis, Ulcerative

Do Not Combine

Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions

Do Not Combine

Benzoyl Peroxide may interact with Pulse Frequency

Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions

Do Not Combine

Benzoyl Peroxide may interact with Pulse Frequency

There are 1 known major drug interactions with Acanya.

Common Acanya Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Dapsone

Minor

The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Benzoyl peroxide is combined with Dapsone.

Acanya Toxicity & Overdose Risk

Overdosing on benzoyl peroxide may cause skin irritation, itching, burning, peeling, redness and inflammation. The toxic dose for rats is 490 mg/kg.

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Acanya Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Acanya?

23 active clinical trials are presently evaluating the potential of Acanya to ameliorate Inflammatory Acne Vulgaris, Acne and Acneiform Conditions.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Acne Vulgaris

3 Actively Recruiting

Phase 1, Phase 2, Early Phase 1, Phase 4

Inflammation

0 Actively Recruiting

Acne Vulgaris

0 Actively Recruiting

Acne Vulgaris

0 Actively Recruiting

Acanya Reviews: What are patients saying about Acanya?

5

Patient Review

4/10/2012

Acanya for Acne

My 14-year-old son's dermatologist prescribed him Acanya and Epiduo, and after just three months of use, his skin is completely clear. A little dryness and irritation at first, but it was more than worth it in the end. I would highly recommend this product to anyone struggling with acne.

5

Patient Review

7/6/2015

Acanya for Acne

I've been using Acanya for three years now and it's definitely worth it. Sure, my skin is a little dryer than it used to be, but that's a small price to pay for being acne-free.

5

Patient Review

1/27/2012

Acanya for Acne

I've been using this product for a while now and it's really made a difference. I also use Tazorac at night as my doctor recommended.

4.7

Patient Review

2/16/2012

Acanya for Acne

My daughter's cystic acne has greatly improved since starting this treatment. She uses it in conjunction with an oral antibiotic and a CeraVe cleanser, and we've seen amazing results in just two weeks with no negative side effects.

4.7

Patient Review

3/11/2014

Acanya for Acne

Acanya was a total life-saver for my acne. In just a few days, the swelling and redness was gone from my face. I still occasionally break out, but nothing like before. The only downside is that it's expensive and the pump delivery method can be inconsistent.

4.7

Patient Review

5/9/2016

Acanya for Acne

Benzoyl peroxide is an effective acne-fighter, but it usually wreaks havoc on the skin around my eyes. Acanya is the only benzoyl peroxide medication that doesn't make me have an allergic reaction, and I've been using it for two years with great results.

4.3

Patient Review

1/1/2014

Acanya for Acne

I was initially dubious of this treatment, but decided to give it a try after antibiotics left me with some nasty side effects. You really have to commit to using it twice a day for best results; morning and night. Once I saw how well it worked (after about a week), I was hooked.

4.3

Patient Review

8/17/2015

Acanya for Acne

Proactiv didn't quite cut it for me, but this Acanya prescription from my dermatologist has made a world of difference. It's stopped my breakouts for the most part and is more affordable than Proactiv, to boot.

4

Patient Review

7/26/2012

Acanya for Acne

My dermatologist prescribed me this drug and in a few days I saw a difference. My acne was less angry and dried up fast. In just a week, my skin is cleared up so much better. I'm actually starting to love my skin again!

3.7

Patient Review

12/17/2013

Acanya for Acne

The initial application of this cream was great--no pain and my skin looked good. However, after a few days my skin became oversensitive to everything and started looking like a bad sunburn.

3

Patient Review

6/25/2013

Acanya for Acne

Acanya Gel was effective for the first few weeks, but then my face started breaking out more. I stopped using it and switched to Oil-Free Acne Wash with a Clarisonic brush. That combination has worked much better for me and kept my face clear for 3 months now.

2.3

Patient Review

1/18/2012

Acanya for Acne

After getting rid of my acne with antibiotics, my doctor had me switch to topical Acanya. However, after using it for a few months, it made my acne flare up really badly all over my face again. I stuck with it for a while in the hopes that things would get better, but eventually gave up and stopped using it a week ago. Since then, my face has calmed down considerably and the clusters of pimples have dried up. I'm going to tell my dermatologist about what happened tomorrow. Overall, horrible experience.

2.3

Patient Review

5/15/2012

Acanya for Acne

After using this product, I saw minor improvement in my acne. However, suddenly and without warning, I woke up with a sunburn-like reaction that was itchy, red, and patchy. My skin feels rough now too. I've stopped using the product and will have to consult with a dermatologist to find an alternative treatment plan.

1.7

Patient Review

4/14/2012

Acanya for Acne

I had a really bad reaction to this treatment; my face turned red and itched like crazy. I went to the dermatologist and they told me to stop using it immediately. Once I did, the burning and itching stopped.
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Patient Q&A Section about acanya

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What is the generic for BenzaClin?

"Perrigo has announced that their generic version of Valeant's BenzaClin Gel, Clindamycin Phosphate 1% and Benzoyl Peroxide Gel 5%, has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)."

Answered by AI

What is Acanya used for?

"Benzoyl peroxide works by reducing the amount of acne-causing bacteria on the skin.

This drug is used to treat inflammatory acne vulgaris. Clindamycin is an antibiotic that stops the growth of acne-causing bacteria and Benzoyl peroxide works by reducing the amount of acne-causing bacteria on the skin."

Answered by AI

How much does Acanya cost?

"Acanya topical gel (2.5%-1.2%) costs approximately $565 for 50 grams at most pharmacies. The price may be different if you have insurance."

Answered by AI

Is there a generic for Acanya?

"Benzoyl peroxide-clindamycin topical is the drug that is the generic version of Acanya."

Answered by AI

Clinical Trials for Acanya

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Isotretinoin vs Tetracycline for Acne

Any Age
All Sexes
Charleston, SC

In the effort to find better treatments for Moderate Acne, which often relies on long-term antibiotic use, researchers are exploring alternative options. While Isotretinoin, a Vitamin A derivative, is highly effective for severe acne, its side effects limit its use for milder cases. A recent study from our institution investigated a new approach: weekly Isotretinoin dosing. The results were promising, with acne improvement and no major side effects. This suggests that weekly Isotretinoin could be a successful alternative for moderate acne in both males and females. To validate these findings, investigators propose a randomized controlled trial comparing weekly Isotretinoin to daily Doxycycline over four months. This study could confirm the safety and effectiveness of weekly Isotretinoin, as well as shed light on patient satisfaction, and long-term results compared to standard antibiotics. This research may offer a breakthrough in treating moderate acne while addressing concerns about antibiotic overuse.

Phase < 1
Recruiting

Medical University of South Carolina

Alex Richmond, MD, MSCR