Welcome to The Weekly Skin Scan where our editors will keep you up-to-date on the latest news and research that could impact your practice. Browse more stories here.
 
Acne and Rosacea
 
A more tolerable acne topical
Phase 3 data shows a novel gel formulation combining tretinoin 0.04% and clindamycin 1% using a controlled release microsphere delivery system effectively treats acne vulgaris without the skin irritation associated with topical tretinoin alone
 
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Combination therapy significantly improves rosacea symptoms
A combination of ivermectin 1% cream and oral 40 mg doxycycline may be effective for some patients with moderate-to-severe rosacea, according to phase 3b/4 data.
 
 
Psoriasis and Atopic Dermatitis
 
Psoriasis: An update on topical therapies
New topical treatments for psoriasis increasingly prove that vehicles matter, says an expert who spoke at the South Beach Symposium.
 
Rheumatoid arthritis treatment may be effective for atopic dermatitis
The oral selective JAK inhibitor baricitinib may be an effective, safe option for patients with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis (AD), according to results from two phase 3 clinical trials.
 
Skin Cancer
 
Hope for patients with high-risk squamous cell carcinoma
A new systemic medication option offers promising results for patients with high-risk squamous cell carcinoma for whom surgery has not worked, according to Chrysalyne Schmults, M.D.


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