Acne medicamentosa
| Acne medicamentosa | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Drug-induced acne |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Papules, pustules, comedones |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | N/A |
| Duration | N/A |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Medications such as corticosteroids, lithium, antiepileptics, isoniazid, halogens |
| Risks | N/A |
| Diagnosis | Clinical diagnosis |
| Differential diagnosis | Acne vulgaris, folliculitis, rosacea |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Discontinuation of the causative medication, topical retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, antibiotics |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common in patients using certain medications |
| Deaths | N/A |
Acne Medicamentosa is a type of acne that is caused or aggravated by medication. It is a common skin condition that can occur in individuals of all ages, but is most prevalent in adolescents and young adults.
Causes[edit | edit source]
Acne Medicamentosa is caused by certain medications that can lead to the development of acne. These medications can include corticosteroids, androgens, lithium, and some antiepileptic drugs. The exact mechanism by which these medications cause acne is not fully understood, but it is believed to involve changes in the skin's oil production and the proliferation of skin cells.
Symptoms[edit | edit source]
The symptoms of Acne Medicamentosa are similar to those of other types of acne. They can include:
- Red, inflamed bumps on the skin
- Whiteheads and blackheads
- Pustules and cysts
- Scarring of the skin
Treatment[edit | edit source]
Treatment for Acne Medicamentosa involves discontinuing the medication that is causing the acne, if possible. If discontinuation of the medication is not possible, other treatments may be used to manage the acne. These can include topical treatments, oral antibiotics, and isotretinoin.
Prevention[edit | edit source]
Prevention of Acne Medicamentosa involves avoiding medications that are known to cause acne, if possible. If these medications cannot be avoided, other measures can be taken to manage the acne, such as maintaining a good skincare routine and using non-comedogenic products.
See Also[edit | edit source]
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates, categories Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
