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SEARCH   News Bookstore Medline The Web Meetings & Congresses Complete Doctor's Guide    EXPLORE :    All News   All Webcasts   All Cases   All Meetings & Congresses   All Medical Resources New drugs / indications English Dictionary Medical Dictionary Thesaurus Warning | Privacy | Awards  Favourite Journals  Click here to choose your favourite journals  Favourite Sites  Click here to choose your favourite sites  Languages  Select languageEnglishFrançais		Klaron Lotion Acne Medication Now Available NEW YORK, Feb. 13, 1997 -- Dermik Laboratories, Inc., has announced the availability of Klaron(R) (sodium sulfacetamide lotion) Lotion, 10%, a new prescription acne medication developed for adult acne patients, while keeping female patients who experience dry or sensitive skin in mind. Cleared for marketing by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Klaron(R) is a clear, alcohol-free, water-based lotion that has been proven in clinical studies to effectively treat acne. Nearly 80 percent of Americans experience acne at some point in their lives. Results of a new national survey released today showed that most working women with acne are not completely satisfied with their treatments and are more likely to be concerned about the side effect of dry skin than any other treatment issues, including ineffectiveness. "Skin dryness induced by acne therapy is a major issue for some of the women whom I treat," said Diane Berson, MD, a New York-based dermatologist. "They always want to look their best, and it is disheartening when a treatment intended to improve the complexion actually aggravates the condition and the smooth feel of the skin," she said. Workplace Survey Results The issue of acne as a detriment to self-confidence was supported in the survey, "Women, Acne and the Workplace," conducted by Louis Harris & Associates, Inc. According to the survey, 73% of working women with moderate or severe acne claim that their skin condition makes them feel more self-conscious than other physical attributes such as weight, height or signs of aging. More than 1,000 women were interviewed, and those between the ages of 21 and 40 who have worked outside the home within the last five years were asked a number of acne-related questions. Findings from the survey responses of those women who reported suffering from moderate to severe facial acne included the following: -- 78% of working women with acne think the condition affects to some or to a great extent the kind of jobs women get; moreover, one in four women said that their skin condition affected their decision to pursue a particular job or career -- 71% of female sufferers believe acne adversely affects women's chances for a promotion -- 68% feel that acne adversely affects to some or to a great extent women's relations with colleagues -- Eight in 10 women with acne are not completely satisfied with their treatments; 60% say they are concerned that acne treatments they use will dry their skin "Numerous studies have shown that a professional, healthy appearance can not only create a positive self-image, it can foster in co-workers trust and confidence in one's abilities," said John Molloy, renowned image consultant and author of the books, Dress for Success and New Women's Dress for Success. "As the survey indicates, acne and cosmetic side effects from its treatment can substantially diminish this confidence in both the female professional and those around her," he added. What is Acne? Acne begins as blemishes beneath the surface of the skin, when oil glands (sebaceous glands) become clogged by skin cells and bacteria that block the opening of the pores. If the blocked pore is closed, it forms a whitehead; if the pore is open it forms a blackhead. Red, inflamed "pimples" appear when the bacteria breaks through the wall of the whitehead or blackhead. Acne occurs most often on the face, but also can develop on the back, chest, shoulders and neck. Approximately 17 million people in the U.S. have acne. While the condition is most prevalent among teenagers, it affects people of all ages, from infants to the elderly. Dermik Laboratories, Inc., is dedicated to advancements in dermatology and is a Rhone-Poulenc Rorer (NYSE: RPR) company.
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