November 18, 2019

To recognize Antibiotic Awareness Week, we’ve gathered articles on antibiotic use in acne, alternative therapies and treatment trends in the specialty. Find more stories here.

Narrow spectrum tetracycline for moderate-to-severe acne Sarecycline possesses anti-inflammatory properties and potent activity against Gram-positive bacteria, including activity against multiple strains of Cutibacterium acnes, while exhibiting minimal activity against enteric aerobic Gram-negative bacteria.   Acne patients open to antibiotic-free treatment Acne patients are open to using effective antibiotic-free treatments if their prescriber offers them, says a recent study. ADVERTISEMENT

Acne treatment alternatives to know It’s no secret that antibiotics have been successful in controlling most acne cases, but the need to limit antibiotic use means acne treatment protocols are starting to shift. William James, M.D. emphasizes two alternatives dermatologists should turn to when treating patients with acne.   ADVERTISEMENT Natural extracts outweigh synthetic antibiotics for acne treatment Combined plant-based therapy is more effective for treating mild-to-moderate acne than a synthetic antibiotic.   Dermatologists rely less on antibiotics for acne Curbing use of antibiotics to treat acne has been challenging despite updated guidelines supporting limited use and the growing problem of bacterial resistance. But things seem to be changing for the better, says Diane M. Thiboutot, M.D.   Connect with us on Twitter and Facebook for daily updates. ADVERTISEMENT Antibiotic resistance is an ever-growing concern in dermatology. In an article written for Dermatology Times, James Q. Del Rosso, DO, discusses the magnitude of concern regarding antibiotic resistance and describes the mutant selection window concept. Click here to read more. This educational activity is sponsored by Foamix Pharmaceuticals Inc. MA-UNB-US-190027 From our Latest Issue   What's new in skincare   The art of the cosmetic consult   HRT for anti-aging: The hormones and the benefits   ADVERTISEMENT Managing atopic dermatitis across generations Are some doctors overlooking symptoms of new-onset atopic dermatitis (AD) among older patients? How do diagnostic workups for new-onset AD differ for with teens, adults, or the elderly compared to young children? In this educational supplement, three physician experts discuss approaches to treating the disease. Read the supplement now.   JOB OPPORTUNITIES CA - Contour Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery Center CA - Integrated Dermatology CO - Integrated Dermatology CO-Integrated Dermatology CT - Integrated Dermatology MA - Integrated Dermatology District of Columbia-Integrated Dermatology MA - Integrated Dermatology MD - Integrated Dermatology National - Integrated Dermatology PA - Milton S Hershey Medical Center NJ - Integrated Dermatology NV - Integrated Dermatology PA - Milton S Hershey Medical Center PA - St. Luke's Physician Group TN-Integrated Dermatology VA - Integrated Dermatology VA - Integrated Dermatology VT - Integrated Dermatology