What role for topical antibacterials in acne?
In 2009, nearly 1.2 million prescriptions for topical antibacterials were dispensed for acne in primary care in England, at a cost of nearly £15million (around 80% of expenditure on topical preparations for acne). Here we consider the place of such therapy, including the risk of bacterial resistance.
D000152:Acne Vulgaris / Q000188:drug therapy*; D000287:Administration, Topical; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D004352:Drug Resistance, Microbial; D004359:Drug Therapy, Combination / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D016896:Treatment Outcome
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents