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Face the Facts: Understanding Acne
Face the Facts : Understanding Acne Vulgaris
Face the Facts : Understanding Acne Vulgaris
Face the Facts : Understanding Acne Vulgaris
Face the Facts : Understanding Acne Vulgaris
Face the Facts : Understanding Acne Vulgaris

The Truth About Acne

Acne can strike anyone – and believe it or not, age is not a factor. While often seen as a "teenage affliction," getting acne in your 20s and 30s can be perfectly normal.

Acne develops when a hair follicle (pore) gets plugged with excess oil, often produced due to natural hormonal changes. And we all know that hormone levels don't stop fluctuating after adolescence. Acne can show up at any time.

Whether you're 13 or 30, ACZONE® (dapsone) Gel 5% is a treatment for acne. Talk to your dermatologist today!

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Is ACZONE® Right For You?

Is ACZONE® Right For You?

Effective. Easy-to-use. Minimal Irritation. ACZONE® Gel may be an acne medication that is right for you.

ACZONE® Gel Has an Exclusive Active Ingredient

ACZONE® Gel is the only topical acne medication that contains dapsone – and it's only available with a prescription from your dermatologist.

ACZONE® Gel treats your acne gently, but firmly

It can help clear up your acne with less side effects such as redness, dryness, and irritation.

ACZONE® Gel Works!

41% of patients treated with ACZONE® Gel as directed had little or no acne, compared to 33% for vehicle1. And while your results could vary, these numbers are the result of two comprehensive clinical studies involving a total of 3000 patients – that's powerful evidence that ACZONE® Gel may work on your acne without working over your skin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is acne a chronic condition?

Acne is caused by irritated cells that start below the skin’s surface. These cells hang out together, spread, and basically recruit other cells to cause major inflammation. Once it starts, it can be hard to stop.

Why should I treat my acne with ACZONE® Gel?

No other product contains dapsone, an active ingredient used exclusively in ACZONE® Gel. How ACZONE® Gel works is unclear, but clinical study results show that it reduces acne with minimal irritation and redness.

Does ACZONE® Gel contain benzoyl peroxide?

No, it does not. It is actually a product called dapsone, with SMP™ technology, which is used exclusively in ACZONE® Gel. Benzoyl peroxide, which is found in some acne products, may bleach hair and fabrics, like clothes or furniture, but ACZONE® Gel won't.

When should I see a dermatologist to treat my acne?

If you are currently living with acne, you may want to see a dermatologist. A doctor can assess your individual needs, advise you, and prescribe the best treatment for your specific type of acne. ACZONE® Gel has been proven to be effective in treating many types of acne, with fewer of the side effects that lead to dryness, redness, and irritation.

Does stress cause my acne?

It’s hard to say. Stress does have physiologic effects, including changes in hormones that could theoretically lead to acne. In a frustrating cycle, sometimes acne lesions can cause stress. But if your acne is being treated effectively, stress should not be a factor.

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Treat Your Skin Right!

ACZONE® Gel may be your solution for clearer skin. These simple tips can help ACZONE® Gel do its job – and help you get the results you want.

Acne Tips & Advice

Don't Over-do It!

Over-washing is no solution. Dirt doesn't cause acne, so excessive scrubbing won't make it go away. Try to limit yourself to 2 washings per day when you apply ACZONE® Gel, anything more than that can leave healthy skin dry and irritated.

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ACZONE® (dapsone) Gel 5% is approved for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Do not use ACZONE® Gel if you are allergic to any of the ingredients in ACZONE® Gel or if you are younger than 12 years of age.

Tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions, including if you have glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency.

Like all medicines, ACZONE® Gel can cause some side effects. The most common side effects of ACZONE® Gel are dryness, redness, oiliness, and peeling of the skin being treated.

When the active ingredient of ACZONE® Gel (called dapsone) is taken orally as a pill, it has been related to the abnormal breakdown of red blood cells (hemolytic anemia). If you have glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency, you may have a greater risk for lowering your hemoglobin level. However, using ACZONE® Gel on the skin is not expected to put enough dapsone in the blood to cause clinical symptoms of hemolytic anemia. You are advised to be alert for signs and symptoms suggestive of this type of anemia (sudden onset of: back pain, breathlessness, tiredness/weakness with daily activities, dark-brown urine, high fever, and yellow or pale skin). If you experience these signs and symptoms, stop use and call your doctor immediately.

Use of benzoyl peroxide together with ACZONE® Gel at the same time may cause your skin to temporarily turn yellow or orange at the site of application.

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  1. Draelos ZD, Carter E, Maloney JM, et al; for United States/Canada Dapsone Gel Study Group. Two randomized studies demonstrate the efficacy and safety of dapsone gel, 5% for the treatment of acne vulgaris. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2007;56(3):439.e1-439.e10.