Among nearly 20 different agents and treatment combinations, topical triple-agent fixed-dose combination (FDC) gel emerged as the most efficacious for moderate-to-severe acne. Researchers who ...

Severe acne is more than just an inconvenience — it is stubborn, requires a dermatologist's care, and can be extremely painful, leaving emotional and physical scars in its wake. Those who experience ...

Oral or topical antibiotics — such as tetracycline and erythromycin — can help treat severe, painful acne that is related to bacteria on the skin. They can also help reduce inflammation, which may ...

If acne does not respond to over-the-counter (OTC) treatment, a person may wish to receive treatment from a dermatologist. The treatment can depend on factors including the acne’s type, severity, and ...

Although many topical or systemic antibiotics exist to treat acne vulgaris, the common inflammatory skin disease is not fully treatable. A new article published in The Journal of Clinical and ...

Isotretinoin, commonly referred to as Accutane, is the only approved medical treatment capable of inducing long-term remission of severe acne. Although highly effective, some individuals experience ...

According to the American Academy of Dermatology, acne affects up to 50 million people in the United States every year. Though it’s the most common skin condition in the U.S., determining the best ...

A look at the most common medications used in patients with acne. Casey Butrus, PharmD: Hilary, we have many different treatment options for acne, different mechanisms of action that have been around ...