Quick Reference
I find the Acne Pathway from the PCDS the easiest to use for quick reference in a consultation.
https://www.pcds.org.uk/files/general/Acne-Pathway-2022-Update-web.pdf
Links for Patients
PCDS patient information leaflet
https://www.pcds.org.uk/patient-info-leaflets/acne-vulgaris
Further reading
- Full PCDS page on Acne
- Interesting 2023 RCT on using spironolactone for acne. ?could consider for those unable to have COCP. Likely should be started by secondary care. Check local pathways.
- I wonder if new Drospirenone POP will be studied soon as it’s a derivative of spironolactone