Found 929 articles for: "acne"
A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Split-Face Study of the Efficacy of Topical Epidermal Growth Factor for the Treatment of Melasma
September 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 9 | Original Article | 970 | Copyright © September 2018
Introduction: Melasma is a condition in which patients develop symmetric, reticulated, hyperpigmented macules and patches on the face which is thought to be the result of ultraviolet (UV) exposure and...
Read MoreWhat Lies Beneath the Face Value of a BOX WARNING: A Deeper Look at Brodalumab
August 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 8 | Supplement Individual Articles | 29 | Copyright © August 2018
Brodalumab, a fully human antibody of the interleukin-17 receptor, is highly effective in the treatment of moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis. However, based on safety signals identified in clinical ...
Read MoreUV Protection by Natural Products: C. myrrha Oil Versus Sunscreen
August 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 8 | Original Article | 905 | Copyright © August 2018
Exposure to various types of ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun has been linked to skin cancer. Use of sunscreen can reduce the damaging and carcinogenic effects of UV radiation. However, multipl...
Read MoreA Phase 2, Controlled, Dose-Ranging Study of SB208, an Investigational Topical Nitric Oxide-Releasing Drug, for the Treatment of Tinea Pedis
August 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 8 | Original Article | 888 | Copyright © August 2018
Background: Tinea pedis, or athlete’s foot, is a superficial, skin infection caused by dermatophytes. It is usually topically treated. Nitric oxide is endogenously produced in humans and has a varie...
Read MoreSuccessful Treatment of Severe Alopecia Areata With Oral or Topical Tofacitinib
July 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 7 | Case Reports | 800 | Copyright © July 2018
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease involving the hair follicle with a chronic, relapsing course. Tofacitinib...
Read MoreCombination Ablative Approach to Laser Therapy in Advanced Aging of the Face
July 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 7 | Case Reports | 796 | Copyright © July 2018
Background and Objective: Misperceptions have persisted regarding scanning full-field erbium laser that have caused it to be overshadowed by fractional ablative resurfacing. This can lead to sub-optim...
Read MoreNovel Topical Cytokinin Improves Coarse Wrinkles and Skin Roughness Without Skin Irritation
July 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 7 | Original Article | 772 | Copyright © July 2018
Objective: To evaluate the efficacy and tolerance of topical 4HBAP (para-topolin [6-(4-hydroxybenzylamino) purine], a new aromatic cytokinin, in subjects with mild to moderate facial photodamage. Met...
Read MoreEconomic Evaluation of Dupilumab for Moderate-to-Severe Atopic Dermatitis: A Cost-Utility Analysis
July 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 7 | Original Article | 750 | Copyright © July 2018
Background. Moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis can be difficult and costly to treat. The long-term health and economic outcomes of a new therapy, dupilumab, have yet to be evaluated. We aimed to ide...
Read MoreTopical Transdermally Delivered Lidocaine and Benzocaine Compared to Compounded Lidocaine/Tetracaine During Microfocused Ultrasound With Visualization Treatment
July 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 7 | Original Article | 729 | Copyright © July 2018
Objective: The efficacy of various pre-medication strategies for comfort management during microfocused ultrasound with visualization (MFU-V) treatment has not been studied. The present objective was...
Read MoreNitric Oxide Releasing Nanoparticles as a Strategy to Improve Current Onychomycosis Treatments
July 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 7 | Original Article | 717 | Copyright © July 2018
Topical antimicrobials are the ideal mode of onychomycosis treatment for efficient drug delivery and avoidance of sytemic effects associated with oral medications. However, high treatment costs, tissu...
Read MoreTopical Vehicle Formulations in the Treatment of Acne
June 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 6 | Department | 3 | Copyright © June 2018
Acne vulgaris (AV) is one of the most common diseases that we encounter in our clinics every day. Yet, despite the dermatology community’s perceived familiarity with acne vulgaris, it is worthwhile ...
Read MoreTopical Vehicle Formulations in the Treatment of Acne
June 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 6 | Supplement Individual Articles | 6 | Copyright © June 2018
Topical treatment is the mainstay of acne therapy. The most commonly prescribed topical medications for acne include benzoyl peroxide, clindamycin, and retinoids. Despite their effectiveness in treati...
Read MoreVehicles Matter
June 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 6 | Supplement Individual Articles | 4 | Copyright © June 2018
Acne vulgaris (AV) is one of the most common diseases that we encounter in our clinics every day....
Read MoreCurrently Constrained, Dermatologists Are Ready for New Acne Therapies
June 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 6 | Editorials | 686 | Copyright © June 2018
Acne is the most common skin condition in the United States, affecting 50 million Americans annually. The disease...
Read MoreSingle-Center, Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Study of the Efficacy and Safety of a Cream Formulation for Improving Facial Wrinkles and Skin Quality
June 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 6 | Original Article | 664 | Copyright © June 2018
INTRODUCTION: Several therapeutic modalities from topicals to chemical peels and energy-based devices are available to improve skin quality and reduce the appearance of wrinkles in the face and neck a...
Read MoreThe Efficacy and Safety of Azelaic Acid 15% Foam in the Treatment of Facial Acne Vulgaris
June 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 6 | Original Article | 641 | Copyright © June 2018
Background: Azelaic acid demonstrates anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidative, anti-comedogenic, and anti-microbial effects. Azelaic acid 20% cream is currently approved for the treatment of acne vulgaris, ...
Read MoreFrequency of Treatment Switching for Spironolactone Compared to Oral Tetracycline-Class Antibiotics for Women With Acne: A Retrospective Cohort Study 2010-2016
June 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 6 | Original Article | 632 | Copyright © June 2018
BACKGROUND: Long-term oral antibiotic use in acne may be associated with a variety of adverse effects including antibiotic resistance, pharyngitis, inflammatory bowel disease, and breast and colon can...
Read MoreA Biologically Based Approach to Acne and Rosacea
June 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 6 | Original Article | 611 | Copyright © June 2018
Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapies are increasing in popularity in the field of dermatology. Natural products and holistic approaches are in high demand among patients and research...
Read MoreClinical Experience With Once-Daily Dapsone Gel, 7.5% Monotherapy in Patients With Acne Vulgaris
June 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 6 | Original Article | 602 | Copyright © June 2018
BACKGROUND: Dapsone gel, 7.5% is a topical medication approved for acne in patients aged 12 years and older. Clinical trials have demonstrated the safety and efficacy of once-daily dapsone gel, 7.5% i...
Read MoreWho Is Accountable When Patients Do Not Achieve Successful Treatment for Their Acne?
June 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 6 | Editorials | 599 | Copyright © June 2018
Acne vulgaris (AV) is a very common inflammatory facial disorder that is complex in its pathophysiology, heterogenous in clinical presentation, and affects children and adults of all ethnicities, race...
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