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Published in: Dermatology and Therapy 4/2016

Open Access 01-12-2016 | Review

Optimizing Non-Antibiotic Treatments for Patients with Acne: A Review

Authors: Theresa N. Canavan, Edward Chen, Boni E. Elewski

Published in: Dermatology and Therapy | Issue 4/2016

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Abstract

Acne is a very common non-infectious skin condition that is frequently treated in dermatological practices. Because acne is often chronic and may persist for years, safe and effective long-term maintenance therapy is often required. Given the increasing frequency of antibiotic-resistant bacteria and the gravity of the consequences of this trend, it behooves dermatologists to maximize use of non-antimicrobial therapy when treating acne. In this review of the literature we present data regarding the efficacy and appropriate use of non-antimicrobial treatments for acne. A variety of topical and oral treatment options exist that can be used in a step-wise manner according to the patients’ severity and therapeutic response. Non-antimicrobial treatments can be highly efficacious at controlling acne, especially when used as maintenance therapy. While antibiotics have a role in acne treatment, they should not be used as monotherapy, and lengthy courses of antibiotic use are discouraged.
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Metadata
Title
Optimizing Non-Antibiotic Treatments for Patients with Acne: A Review
Authors
Theresa N. Canavan
Edward Chen
Boni E. Elewski
Publication date
01-12-2016
Publisher
Springer Healthcare
Published in
Dermatology and Therapy / Issue 4/2016
Print ISSN: 2193-8210
Electronic ISSN: 2190-9172
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s13555-016-0138-1

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