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How can I treat severe breakouts on my oily skin?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have been getting very bad acne breakouts on my face, and I have very oily skin, so I am looking for treatment for that.

Please advise.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Amandeep Singh

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Amandeep Singh is a board-certified Dermatologist with an MBBS degree and an MD in Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprology (DVL). He specializes in diagnosing and managing a wide range of skin, hair, and nail disorders using evidence-based practices. With a patient-focused and ethical approach, Dr. Amandeep Singh is committed to delivering effective dermatological care while promoting long-term skin health and confidence.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

For this grade of acne, you need to start oral medication as well. Sudden breakouts can be stress-induced, hormonal, or due to the application of certain products on the face. At present, no blood tests are required.

Only one detail is needed: Are you married or pregnant? In case of pregnancy, oral medications cannot be prescribed. Please inform me about your pregnancy status so that we can start additional medications if required.

The probable cause in your case may be hormonal. The diagnosis is acne vulgaris. I will suggest a treatment plan. Please follow it and avoid excessive sugar and dairy products.

For now, I will start one antioxidant and two topical gels. Treatment to start:

  • Capsule Antoxid HC (an antioxidant nutritional supplement) - Once daily.
  • Faceclin gel (Clindamycin and Nicotinamide) - Apply in the morning.
  • Deriva MS gel (Adapalene) - Apply at night as spot treatment.
  • A gentle cleanser - Twice daily.
  • Cutimax-O lotion (colloidal oatmeal, shea butter, and olive oil) - Use as a moisturizer if required.

Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with them, and take the medicines with their consent.

I hope this addresses your concerns. Please feel free to reach out if you need any further assistance.

Take care.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thank you for the reply.

I am not pregnant.

Answered by Dr. Amandeep Singh

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Amandeep Singh is a board-certified Dermatologist with an MBBS degree and an MD in Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprology (DVL). He specializes in diagnosing and managing a wide range of skin, hair, and nail disorders using evidence-based practices. With a patient-focused and ethical approach, Dr. Amandeep Singh is committed to delivering effective dermatological care while promoting long-term skin health and confidence.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Then, along with the other medicines, start the capsule Microdox LBX 100 mg (Doxycycline and Lactobacillus) twice daily for three weeks. This will help with faster recovery.

Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with them, and take the medicines with their consent.

Kind regards.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At March 23, 2026
Reviewed At March 25, 2026

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Amandeep Singh is a board-certified Dermatologist with an MBBS degree and an MD in Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprology (DVL). He specializes in diagnosing and managing a wide range of skin, hair, and nail disorders using evidence-based practices. With a patient-focused and ethical approach, Dr. Amandeep Singh is committed to delivering effective dermatological care while promoting long-term skin health and confidence.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Amandeep Singh is a board-certified Dermatologist with an MBBS degree and an MD in Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprology (DVL). He specializes in diagnosing and managing a wide range of skin, hair, and nail disorders using evidence-based practices. With a patient-focused and ethical approach, Dr. Amandeep Singh is committed to delivering effective dermatological care while promoting long-term skin health and confidence.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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