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Evaluation of Topical Dutasteride as a Potential New Therapy for Facial Acne Vulgaris Versus the Triple Combination Therapy (Clindamycin Phosphate 1.2%, Benzoyl Peroxide 3.1%, and Adapalene 0.15% Gel)
Sponsor: Assiut University
Summary
Acne vulgaris (AV) is one of the most prevalent dermatological conditions worldwide, affecting approximately 85% of adolescents and young adults between the ages of 12 and 24 years .While acne is often self-limiting, it can have profound psychosocial implications as individuals with acne are more likely to experience emotional distress, lower self-esteem and anxiety disorders . Acne Vulgaris is a chronic inflammatory skin condition affecting the pilosebaceous units that leads to the development of different skin lesions such as comedones, papules, pustules, nodules and cystic lesions .
Official title: Clinical and Microbiological Evaluation of Topical Dutasteride as a Potential New Therapy of Facial Acne Vulgaris Versus the Triple Combination Therapy (Clindamycin Phosphate 1.2%, Benzoyl Peroxide 3.1%, and Adapalene 0.15% Gel)
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
50
Start Date
2026-04
Completion Date
2028-04
Last Updated
2026-02-19
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
topical dutasteride
* Group I will be treated by topical Dutasteride 0.05% gel versus placebo (Petrolatum) (split face). * Group II will be treated by topical Dutasteride 0.05% gel versus topical triple fixed-dose Clindamycin Phosphate 1.2%, Benzoyl Peroxide 3.1%, and Adapalene 0.15% gel (split face).