|Videos|February 23, 2021

Narrow Spectrum Antibiotics for Acne

In this video interview with Dermatology Times, one expert discusses how narrow-spectrum antibiotics can both protect the skin and gut microbiome, as well as effectively treat acne.

Linda Stein Gold, MD, explains the difference between narrow-spectrum and broad-spectrum antibiotics for acne. She also touches on the effect antibiotics can have on the skin and gut microbiome, and how to manage your patients’ expectations with this treatment option.

Watch part one of this interview here.

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