minocycline
Recent Rosacea Blog Posts
A phase 2 trial for a topical minocycline gel for the papules and pustules of rosacea has just been listed. BiopharmX, the sponsors of the trial, suggest that the product BPX-04 has “good tolerability and promising efficacy in rosacea” and also showcases “the value of our anhydrous hydrophilic topical delivery system.” The trial will compare the […]
In a crowded rosacea topical market, Hovione is trialing a new topical antibiotic formulation – 1% vs. 3% minocycline gel. HY01 is said to be based on a “proprietary formulation of crystalline minocycline base and oil-based excipients.” In the topical anti-papule and pustule market, this new formulation of Minocycline is up against the industry heavyweights […]
A study just published in the British Journal of Dermatology has shown that Minocycline 100mg a day is as good, and by some measures is a better treatment for the papules and pustules of rosacea compared to the 40mg a day doxyxcycline treatment Oracea. Minocycline as a treatment for rosacea is relatively unknown, with a lack […]
Confirmation today that Foamix’s minocycline based FMX103 is still in clinical trials as a rosacea treatment. A press release from the company tells us that the Phase 2 trials have completed. The trial compared 3% minocycline foam, 1.5% minocycline foam and the vehicle foam. Foamix are hopeful that their foam formulation of topical minocycline can […]
A recent study has highlighted the benefits of the combination therapy of Solodyn and Finacea. Solodyn is one of the lesser known systemic rosacea treatments. What is Solodyn? Solodyn is an extended-release, low dosage of Minocycline, a member of the tetracycline family. Solodyn is available in 8 strengths. Yes that is right you can get […]
