Antibiotic
Updated June 10, 2015.
Definition: A substance used to kill bacteria. Antibiotic treatments can be systemic, as in oral medications, or topical, such as cream or ointment. In regards to acne, they are often used to reduce the amount of acne-causing bacteria on the skin.
Definition: A substance used to kill bacteria. Antibiotic treatments can be systemic, as in oral medications, or topical, such as cream or ointment. In regards to acne, they are often used to reduce the amount of acne-causing bacteria on the skin.
