[Acne vulgaris: local and systemic treatment]

Acne vulgaris is a skin disease affecting mainly young people. To its pathogenetical factors belong: excessive serum production, cornification of hair follicles and presence of different bacteria (Propionibacterium acnes, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Pityrosporum ovale) on the skin and within hair follicles leading to skin inflammation. Therapeutical approach to the patient depends on the clinical presentation of the disease. And so, in its local treatment are benzyl peroxide, azelaic acid, topical antibiotics, hormonal therapy and retinoids whereas in systemic one are found oral antibiotics, hormonal therapy and retinoids.