MetroGel Kit Includes Coupons
MetroGel 1%, FDA approved for the topical treatment of rosacea, is now available in a kit that includes a 60-g tube of MetroGel 1% (metronidazole) plus a 4-fluid ounce bottle of Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser, a coupon for future Cetaphil purchases, and a patient education brochure that discusses triggers for rosacea. For more information, contact Galderma by calling 866-735-4137.
Treatment for Hard-to-Reach Acne
ClindaReach is indicated for the treatment of acne vulgaris in hard-to-reach places, such as the back. Each package contains an ergonomically designed applicator wand with a multidirectional pivotal head, and medicated pads containing clindamycin phosphate topical solution 1%. For more information, contact DUSA Pharmaceuticals Inc. by visiting
www.dusapharma.com/news_index.html
Billing ManagementService
Catalisse Inc. offers an outsourced medical billing service that includes charge entry and payment posting, electronic billing and paper claims, secondary submissions, patient bills generation, follow-up with payers including appeals, accounts receivable reporting, and 60- to 90-day accounts cleanup. For more information, contact Catalisse Inc. by visiting
Sunscreen Stops UVA and UVB
Luca sunscreen is the first to support a claim of being both UVA and UVB protective by having a wavelength value printed on the bottle of 383 nm, the highest value to be reported in the United States. Luca sunscreen is available for both children and adults; is hypoallergenic, water resistant, and fragrance free; and provides sun protection for up to 6 hours. For more information, visit
OTC Acne Treatment Devices
The Zeno PRO and Zeno MD are two new versions of the Food and Drug Administration-approved over-the-counter treatment device for mild to moderate acne. The Zeno PRO is a 90-treatment count device, and Zeno MD is a 150-treatment count device. Each device works by killing Propionibacterium acnes with heat up to 118.5°F for 2.5 minutes in an individual pimple. For more information, contact Tyrell Inc. by calling 888-469-9366.
Adjustable Acne Formulations
AcneRecovery is an over-the-counter line of acne treatment products. The repair lotion contains salicylic acid, the concentration of which can be adjusted by the patient from 0.5% to 2%. The treatment lotion contains benzoyl peroxide with concentration adjustable from 2% to 7%. The lotions, as well as a face wash, also contain botanicals. For more information, visit Trienelle SkinCare Inc., by contacting
Combination Gel for Acne Vulgaris
Ziana (clindamycin phosphate 1.2% and tretinoin 0.025%) gel is now available for once-daily topical treatment of acne vulgaris in children who are 12 years of age or older. The gel has an alcohol-free aqueous base. The manufacturer expects to begin shipping the product to wholesalers in the fourth quarter of 2006. For more information, contact Medicis Pharmaceutical Corp. by visiting its Web site at
New Impetigo Treatment Kit
A new kit containing a 30-g tube of 2% mupirocin ointment (Centany) and Johnson & Johnson gauze pads is available for the treatment of impetigo related to Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes. For more information on the Centany kit, contact OrthoNeutrogena by visiting
SilkPeel for Sun-Damaged Skin
A new treatment is available for sun-damaged skin. The 30-minute SilkPeel both exfoliates and infuses skin with concentrated serums via a wand that is used across the face. For more information on this skin treatment system, visit