Minolira for the treatment of rosacea

In 2017, the FDA approved the extended release formulation of minocycline, known as Minolira, for the treatment of severe acne vulgaris. The modified release formulation of doxycycline known as Oracea, was approved for the treatment of rosacea in 2006. As minocycline and doxycycline are related tetracyclines, Minolira may offer rosacea sufferers another rosacea treatment option, […]

Epsolay gets boost from Galderma deal

The yet to be approved `encapsulated’ Benzoyl Peroxide 5% Cream known as Epsolay has received a huge promotional boost after the rosacea heavyweight Galderma announced a 5 year exclusive license for the US market. Having the backing of a significant licensing deal from Galderma behind them is good news for the owners of Epsolay. The […]

Mangosteen Herbal lotion good for acne

This study has found that a herbal compound containing an extract from mangosteen and 4 other herbs was effective in the treatment of mild to moderate acne. The study authors tell us that this herbal mixture significantly reduced the inflammatory and non-inflammatory acne lesions. This is good news for those who are keen on using […]

Aklief – new topical retinoid for acne

Galderma has announced that they have received approval for Aklief cream (trifarotene 0.0005%) for the topical treatment of facial and body acne. It is being touted as the first new retinoid for acne in 20 years. Aklief for Rosacea? There is currently no information available on whether Aklief will be suitable for rosacea sufferers. Often […]

Epsolay is on its way, will it stay?

The benzoyl peroxide based Epsolay is one step closer to becoming a new treatment for the papules and pustules of rosacea. Based on an active ingredient of 5% bezoyl peroxide, and encapsulating inside silica, the new cream has continued to be tested and now Phase 3 results have been published. So what do the Phase […]