Acne Deck 2 Flashcards
1
Q
Children medical therapies
A
The medical therapies used for the treatment of acne in children are similar to the management of acne in adolescents and adults
2
Q
Children AVOID
A
AVOID use of tetracyclines in children under the age of nine years
3
Q
Children Adherence
A
to the regimen
4
Q
Pregnancy - Guidance
A
Contraindication in pregnancy•Oral isotretinoin and topical tazartene – pregnancy category X•Discussion with OB provider
5
Q
Keratolytic Agents - Promote
A
Promote shedding of horny layer of the skin
6
Q
Keratolytic Agents - Primary
A
Primary agents and uses–Salicylic acid: Warts, corns–Sulfur: Acne, dandruff, psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis–Benzoyl peroxide
