Researchers from Washington University, Division of Dermatology detail findings in acne vulgaris therapy

Scientists discuss in "A pilot study of the safety and efficacy of picolinic acid gel in the treatment of acne vulgaris" new findings in acne vulgaris. According to a study from the United States, "Cost limitations, adverse effects or lack of efficacy limit the use of current topical therapies in mild to moderate acne vulgaris. To determine the safety and efficacy of picolinic acid, a novel zinc finger therapy, in the treatment of mild to moderate acne vulgaris. Twenty subjects with mild to moderate acne vulgaris were treated at our centre during an open-label study with 10% picolinic acid gel (PCL-016) twice daily to the face over 12 weeks."

"Fifteen patients completed...

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