The FDA recently approved a new topical treatment for the papules and pustules of rosacea. This topical treatment contains 1.5% minocycline in a foam emulsion. The main claim to fame of a topical antibiotic is that it can deliver a higher dose of the active ingredient to the layers of skin, than taking a tablet. […]
This paper published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology details a clinical trial to prove that 3 products from LETI Pharma are able to reduce the redness of rosacea. The study was supported by LETI and trailed the use of their micellar water, cream and serum. Trial participants were blinded and not informed about the […]
A pre-proof version of an article to appear in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology details a small double blind study that found that oral hydroxychloroquine 200mg twice a day offered similar benefits to rosacea sufferers compared to doxycycline 100mg a day. Hydroxycholorquine (HCQ) is marketed under the name Plaquenil and is best […]
Zilxi, 1.5% Topical Minocycline Foam has been approved for the treatment of the papules and pustules of rosacea in adults. From the Press Release “ZILXI (minocycline) topical foam, 1.5% is a topical form of the antibiotic minocycline for the treatment of adults with pimples and bumps caused by a condition called rosacea. ZILXI is available […]
LeoPharma has announced that FinaceaFoam is back again after some availability issues. So if you have not been able to fill your prescription for Finacea Foam, it should be possible to do so now. LEO Pharma Inc. Announces Availability of Finacea® (azelaic acid) Foam, 15%, for Treatment of Mild-to-Moderate Rosacea Madison, N.J., April 15, […]
