acne
Pharmacists on the frontline: effective sun protection and skin cancer prevention
This article delves into the critical role of sun protection, with a special focus on sensitive skin conditions such as eczema, acne, and rosacea, and for patients on medications that …
Holistic approach to acne: integrating adapalene in pharmacy care
This article focuses on the pathophysiology, impact, and management of acne, with a particular emphasis on the use of adapalene, a topical retinoid. It outlines the benefits of adapalene over …
The link between acne and diet: where are we now?
Evidence continues to grow on the role diet plays in acne, with certain food types linked to exacerbations, while others may be beneficial. Jala Moushi reviews the research Acne is …
Concern over low contraception use with oral retinoids
Only one in four women of reproductive age who are dispensed oral retinoids are accessing PBS-listed contraception, despite teratogenic risks, according to a new Australian study While rates of oral …
Acne: pimples, zits and spots
Acne causes substantial social, emotional and psychological effects in both adolescents and adults. Although current therapies can effectively treat the disease and its related effects, adherence to these treatment regimens …
The importance of holistic skincare
This article focuses on the importance of the holistic skincare routine of cleansing, moisturising and photoprotection in alleviating signs and symptoms of acne, rosacea and atopic dermatitis and improving quality …
Topical management strategies of mild acne treatment: an update
This article will explore the most recent treatment guidelines of acne, including the down-scheduling of adapalene. Pharmacists have an integral role in recommending effective, appropriate and evidence-based products that reduce …
A Dermatologists’ guide to personalising acne treatment
When it comes to the treatment of acne, Pharmacists can often be the first point of contact for an acne sufferer seeking treatment and advice. It is important to understand …
A Dermatologists’ guide to holistic skincare routines with acne treatment
While treatment is a definitive therapeutic component in the management of acne, adjunctive skincare is just as important in alleviating symptoms and signs of disease, reducing the use of therapeutic …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby takes a look at the latest in research news Statin associated lower cancer risk and related mortality in patients with heart failure Patients with heart failure (HF) have …
Keeping on schedule
No change to Symbicort scheduling, TGA confirms, however an antihistamine will move to Schedule 3 The TGA has confirmed a previous interim decision to reject the downscheduling of the asthma …
Clinical tips: Acne
Pharmacists can play a key role in educating people about their acne, writes Louis Roller Acne or acne vulgaris is inflammation of the sebaceous (oil) gland of the skin. At …