Abstract | BACKGROUND:
Acne vulgaris is the most common skin disease that can lead to disfigurement and psychological distress. This article aims to provide a narrative updated review on the management of acne vulgaris. METHODS: A PubMed search was performed with Clinical Queries using the key term " acne". The search strategy included clinical trials, meta-analyses, randomized controlled trials, observational studies and reviews. The search was restricted to articles published in English. RESULTS: Treatments of acne include proper skin care, topical medications, oral medications and procedural therapies. Topical agents are the first-line treatment for mild-to-moderate acne and can be used as combination therapy for more severe acne. Systemic therapies are usually prescribed for the initial treatment of moderate-to-severe acne as well as for acne that is refractory to topical therapies. CONCLUSION:
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Authors | Alexander Kc Leung, Benjamin Barankin, Joseph M Lam, Kin Fon Leong, Kam Lun Hon |
Journal | Drugs in context
(Drugs Context)
Vol. 10
( 2021)
ISSN: 1745-1981 [Print] England |
PMID | 34691199
(Publication Type: Journal Article, Review)
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Copyright | Copyright © 2021 Leung AKC, Barankin B, Lam JM, Leong KF, Hon KL. |