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Topical retinoids for Acne treatment reviewed by Lisa Benest, M.D.

Saturday, September 1, 2012

Lisa Benest, M.D., a dermatologist in private practice, since their clinical opinion about the use of topical retinoids for the treatment of acne.Retinoids are a standard component of acne treatment. They are useful for the management of comedonal acne (blackheads and whiteheads) and inflammatory acne. In addition to Tretinoin generic, there are several brands of commonly prescribed retinoids, including Differin ®, Retin A Micro ®, Tazorac ® and generic Tretinoin. There are also newer brands that combine with other acne medication topical retinoid such as Epiduo ® (adapalene in combination with benzoyl peroxide) and Ziana ™ (Tretinoin combined with Clindamycin).


Dr. Benest wrote that "retinoids (vitamin A creams related) play an integral role in the treatment and prevention of acne. Almost all patients will benefit from a topical retinoid. The unlocking process pores takes time and patience, often months. However, some results are seen almost immediately, they just continue to improve over time. " Retinoids may be prescribed alone, particularly for cases of mild acne, or in combination with other oral or topical acne medications. They may also be prescribed for long-term use after the lesions of acne has cleared to provide long-term acne control. Dr. Benest since his expert opinion in relation to the treatment of acne with retinoids, along with other leading dermatologists entered for patient education service Vivacare.




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