Acne Vulgaris

Management of common acne.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MSt MRCGP (General Practitioner)

Last reviewed: 21 October 2025

Dermatology

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regional clinical guidance

Acne Vulgaris: guidance by region

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United StatesAcne vulgaris assessment and managementDermatology · reviewed 2026-08-20 CanadaAcne vulgarisDermatology · reviewed 2026-08-20 AustraliaAcne vulgarisDermatology · reviewed 2026-08-20

Clinical Guidelines

CKS: Acne vulgaris

FDA Guidance for Industry: Acne Vulgaris: Establishing Effectiveness of Drugs Intended for Treatment

Guidelines of care for the management of acne vulgaris (2024, American Academy of Dermatology)

Guidelines of care for the management of acne vulgaris (2024, American Academy of Dermatology)

Management of acne: Canadian clinical practice guideline

NICE guideline [NG198]: Acne vulgaris: management

PCDS: Acne: acne vulgaris