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Topical agents alone in acne. A blind assessment study.

L J Swinyer, T A Swinyer, M R Britt

    JAMA
    |April 25, 1980
    PubMed
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    A new topical acne treatment combining tretinoin, benzoyl peroxide, and water avoidance proved as effective as oral tetracycline. This regimen is a well-tolerated, cost-effective option for mild to moderate acne vulgaris.

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    A comparative study of benzoyl peroxide and clindamycin phosphate for treating acne vulgaris.

    The British journal of dermatology·1988

    Area of Science:

    • Dermatology
    • Pharmacology

    Background:

    • Acne vulgaris is a common skin condition affecting millions worldwide.
    • Current treatments include topical agents and systemic antibiotics, each with potential side effects and varying efficacy.
    • Understanding comparative effectiveness of different therapeutic programs is crucial for optimal patient management.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To compare the effectiveness of three distinct therapeutic programs for mild to moderate acne vulgaris.
    • To evaluate the role of skin dryness as a factor influencing acne treatment outcomes.
    • To assess patient acceptance, irritation potential, and cost-effectiveness of the regimens.

    Main Methods:

    • A study involving 118 patients with mild to moderate acne vulgaris.
    • Three treatment groups: (1) topical tretinoin, benzoyl peroxide, and water avoidance; (2) systemic tetracycline with topical tretinoin; (3) systemic tetracycline with abradant cleansers.
    • Assessment of treatment effectiveness and degree of skin dryness at 16 weeks.

    Main Results:

    • The topical-only regimen was as effective as systemic tetracycline with topical tretinoin.
    • The topical-only regimen was more effective than systemic tetracycline with abradant cleansers.
    • Increased skin dryness at 16 weeks correlated with poorer treatment outcomes across all groups.
    • The topical program demonstrated non-irritating properties, good patient acceptance, and lower cost.

    Conclusions:

    • A comprehensive topical program (tretinoin, benzoyl peroxide, water avoidance) offers an effective, well-tolerated, and cost-efficient alternative for managing mild to moderate acne vulgaris.
    • Minimizing skin dryness is important for successful acne treatment.
    • This topical approach presents a viable option compared to traditional systemic antibiotic therapies.

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