Perspectives on therapeutic options for acne: an update.
It is clear that acne vulgaris often has medical and psychosocial implications that can range from mild to severe. To minimize these risks, evaluation and appropriate treatment are necessary, even in the younger pediatric patient. This article provides an overview of the current information on the topical and systemic treatment of acne, including innovative delivery options and new formulations and combinations of existing medications.
Eichenfield
Lawrence F
LF
Rady Children's Hospital, UCSD School of Medicine, San Diego, CA, USA. leichenfield@rchsd.org
Fowler
Joseph F
JF
Fried
Richard G
RG
Friedlander
Sheila F
SF
Levy
Moise L
ML
Webster
Guy F
GF
D000152:Acne Vulgaris / Q000188:drug therapy*; D000284:Administration, Oral; D000287:Administration, Topical; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D002648:Child; D003131:Combined Modality Therapy; D003278:Contraceptives, Oral, Hormonal / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003879:Dermatologic Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D006801:Humans
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents; D003278:Contraceptives, Oral, Hormonal; D003879:Dermatologic Agents