From the Research
Treatment Options for Steroid-Induced Acne (Cushingoid Acne)
- The treatment for steroid-induced acne, also known as Cushingoid acne, is not directly addressed in the provided studies. However, the studies discuss various treatment options for acne vulgaris, which may be relevant to steroid-induced acne.
- According to 1, grades I and II comedonal and papulopustular acne can be effectively treated with topical preparations, while grades III and IV inflammatory disease may require oral antibiotics and aggressive topical treatments.
- Intralesional steroids can be effective in all grades of acne when lesions develop an inflammatory nodulocystic quality 1.
- Oral isotretinoin is considered an effective treatment for moderate to severe acne, and low-dose isotretinoin may be a viable option for reducing side effects 2.
- The combination of oral prednisolone and isotretinoin has been shown to be effective in treating acne fulminans, a severe form of acne 3.
- Newer approaches to treating acne vulgaris include topical dapsone, taurine bromamine, resveratrol, chemical peels, optical treatments, and complementary and alternative medications 4.
- The coprescription of isotretinoin and systemic corticosteroids for acne is relatively rare, according to an analysis of the National Ambulatory Medical Care Survey 5.
Considerations for Treatment
- The treatment of steroid-induced acne may require a combination of topical and systemic therapies, as well as consideration of the underlying cause of the acne.
- The use of oral isotretinoin and systemic corticosteroids should be carefully considered due to potential side effects and interactions.
- Further research is needed to determine the most effective treatment options for steroid-induced acne.