EPITHELIUM CONNECTIVE TISSUE SKIN
INTEGUMENT
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Question
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Which medication is classified as an Anti-acne agent?
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Lamisil
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Lotrimin
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Benzoyl peroxide
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Stelara
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Benzoyl peroxide is an over-the-counter topical medication and is also an FDA-approved prescription medication for the treatment of acne vulgaris. It is bactericidal with activity against Cutibacterium acnes on the skin and within the hair follicles.
Detailed explanation-2: -Drugs that contain retinoic acids or tretinoin are often useful for moderate acne. These come as creams, gels and lotions. Examples include tretinoin (Avita, Retin-A, others), adapalene (Differin) and tazarotene (Tazorac, Avage, others).
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