Topical retinoids in the treatment of acne vulgaris.

Publication/Presentation Date

9-1-2008

Abstract

Topical retinoids are highly effective in the treatment of both comedonal and inflammatory lesions of acne and are a vital part of almost any acne regimen. A better understanding of the structure and function of this class of medications has led to better outcomes in treatments of patients with acne. In this article, the structure and function of retinoids is first reviewed. Then, the clinical effectiveness and tolerability of each of the available topical retinoid formulations is summarized.

Volume

27

Issue

3

First Page

177

Last Page

182

ISSN

1558-0768

Disciplines

Medicine and Health Sciences

PubMedID

18786495

Department(s)

Department of Medicine

Document Type

Article

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