This demonstrates two approaches to treating mild acne (comedos and less than about 10 red papules and pustules). The first treatment is shown on the left,and she applies Cleocin-T lotion to her face each morning, and Cleocin-T lotion and Retin-A 0.025% cream to her face each evening. A second alternative as shown on the right where she is applying benzoyl peroxide 2.5% gel to her face each morning, and Retin-A 0.025% cream to her face each evening. Benzoyl peroxide should not be applied at the same time as Retin-A because it will oxidize and thereby inactive Retin-A. Warn the patient of possible irritation from
Retin-A, and also warn of possible bleaching of clothing from benzoyl peroxide.
