Journal article
Newer approaches in topical combination therapy for acne.
Abstract
Acne vulgaris is a common chronic inflammatory cutaneous disease involving the pilosebaceous unit. Its pathophysiology is multifactorial and complex, including obstruction of the pilosebaceous unit due to increased sebum production, abnormal keratinization, proliferation of Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes), and inflammation. Topical agents are the most commonly used therapy for acne. First generation topicals mainly consist of single agent …
Authors
Fu LW; Vender RB
Journal
Skin Therapy Letter, Vol. 16, No. 9, pp. 3–6
Publication Date
October 2011
ISSN
1201-5989