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Adjunctive Therapy for Acne: The role of a primary care practitioner
- 2min
- Mar. 2024
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Acne is the number one skin problem worldwide1. Among acne patients, around 40 % of patients will stop their prescribed treatment because of severe side effects2. As 70% of acne patients will wait a whole year to see a dermatologist about their concerns3, you as a primary care practitioner you can help improve the burden and quality of life of acne patients.
Adjunctive skincare prevents relapses and boosts patient adherence to prescription treatments. You play a role in:
- Prescription drugs and treatments for acne.
- Preventing & managing side effects by recommending an adjunctive regimen.
- Educating patients on preventing side effects and relapses
- Giving advice on personalised routines
How do I recommend a routine based on severity?
An international consensus on the use of skincare in adjunctive therapy for acne. From mild to severe disease.
Here are some daily tips you can share with your patients:
- Do not scrub hard when washing your face.
- Do not use abrasive soaps, cleansing granules, astringents, or exfoliating agents.
- Avoid scratching and keep nails short.
- Avoid touching the skin as much as possible.
- Avoid tobacco and alcohol.