A controversial proposal: no more antibiotics for acne!

A controversial proposal: no more antibiotics for acne!
Skin Therapy Lett. 2013 Aug;18(5):1-4
Authors: Muhammad M, Rosen T
Abstract
Administration of antibiotics, often for prolonged periods, has become the de facto standard of care for acne (and rosacea). However, the world is now facing a health crisis relating to widespread antibiotic resistance. The authors provide current evidence to suggest that dermatologists should consider a radical departure from standard operating procedure by severely curtailing, if not outright discontinuing, the routine and regular use of antibiotics for acne.
PMID: 24305661 [PubMed - in process]

Source: Skin Therapy Letter - August 1, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Muhammad M, Rosen T Tags: Skin Therapy Lett Source Type: research