title: [The treatment of acne].
abstract: The treatment of acne is based on local and systemic treatments. It must be adapted to the type of acne and take some prognostic factors into account. Because of the possibility of drug resistance, systemic and local antibiotics should be used for only limited periods and preferably as part of combined treatments. Prescription of isotretinoin to women must follow strict rules. Some new-generation contraceptive pills are an interesting alternative for acne treatment in women. Zinc, which basically targets inflammatory acne, is a possible option for pregnant women and during the summer. Cosmetic care is also a fundamental part of acne treatment.
authors.affiliation: Service de dermatologie, Hôtel Dieu, place Alexis Ricordeau, 44093 Nantes Cedex 01. brigitte.dreno@wanadoo.fr
authors.forename: Brigitte
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Dréno
mesh_terms: D000152:Acne Vulgaris / Q000188:drug therapy*; D000284:Administration, Oral; D000287:Administration, Topical; D000328:Adult; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003278:Contraceptives, Oral, Hormonal / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D015474:Isotretinoin / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D011247:Pregnancy; D011248:Pregnancy Complications / Q000517:prevention & control; D015032:Zinc / Q000627:therapeutic use
chemical_list: D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents; D003278:Contraceptives, Oral, Hormonal; D015474:Isotretinoin; D015032:Zinc