The doctor may prescribe one of several drugs to treat women with this type of acne: Birth control pills - to help suppress the androgen produced by the ovaries Low-dose corticosteroid drugs, such as prednisone (Deltasone) or dexamethasone (Decadron, Hexadrol) - to help suppress the androgen produced by the adrenal glands Antiandrogen drugs such as spironolactone (Aldactone) - to reduce the excessive oil production.