
Clascoterone is a topical medication used primarily for the treatment of acne vulgaris. It works as an androgen receptor inhibitor, meaning it blocks the effects of androgens (male hormones) in the skin, which can contribute to the development of acne. By inhibiting the androgen receptors, clascoterone helps reduce sebum (skin oil) production, one of the key factors in acne development.
It's marketed under brand names like Kyntheum and is typically applied directly to the affected areas on the skin. This treatment is considered relatively mild compared to systemic therapies, such as oral antibiotics or oral contraceptives, because it primarily targets the skin and doesn't have the same systemic effects.
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