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Comparing OTC Acne Treatment to Prescription Regimen

A MULTI-CENTER, DOUBLE-BLIND CLINICAL TRIAL TO EVALUATE THE SAFETY AND EFFICACY OF TWO ACNE CREAMS IN SUBJECTS WITH MILD TO MODERATE ACNE VULGARIS

Status
Completed
Phases
NA
Study type
Interventional
Source
ClinicalTrials.gov
Registry ID
NCT01237821
Enrollment
66
Registered
2010-11-10
Start date
2010-10-31
Completion date
2011-10-31
Last updated
2019-07-16

For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Sourced from public registries and may not reflect the latest updates. Terms

Conditions

Acne Vulgaris

Brief summary

This research is being done to find out the safety and efficacy of two acne creams, Effaclar and Benzaclin when used twice daily with a topical retinoid. Effaclar and Benzaclin are FDA approved for the treatment of acne.

Detailed description

There are many products on the market to treat facial acne. The medication that this study will be evaluating, Benzaclin and Retin-A have been approved by the FDA and is available by prescription, Effaclar is an over the counter product. This study will hopefully recognize a treatment combination that is effective in reducing acne vulgaris in adults 18-50.

Interventions

DRUGBenzaClin

Topical, 1% Clindamycin/5% Benzoyl Peroxide, BID, 12 weeks

DRUGEffaclar

Topical, Bid, 12 weeks

Sponsors

Loreal USA
CollaboratorINDUSTRY
Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Lead SponsorOTHER

Study design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
QUADRUPLE (Subject, Caregiver, Investigator, Outcomes Assessor)

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to 50 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes

Inclusion criteria

males and females ages 18-50, mild to moderate acne vulgaris with \> or equal to 15 inflammatory lesions, \> or equal to 20 non-inflammatory lesions, avoid excessive sun exposure or tanning beds throughout the study

Exclusion criteria

Participants who have another skin condition that will interfere with lesion counting or assessments

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frameDescription
Treatment Tolerability Assessment: Erythema16 weeksParticipants were assessed for Erythema on a 4-point ordinal scale where 0= none; 1= mild; 2= moderate; and 3= severe. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.
Treatment Tolerability Assessment: Edema16 weeksParticipants were assessed for Edema on a 4-point ordinal scale where 0= none; 1= mild; 2= moderate; and 3= severe. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.
Treatment Tolerability Assessment: Dryness16 weeksParticipants were assessed for Dryness on a 4-point ordinal scale where 0= none; 1= mild; 2= moderate; and 3= severe. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.
Treatment Tolerability Assessment: Peeling16 weeksParticipants were assessed for Peeling on a 4-point ordinal scale where 0= none; 1= mild; 2= moderate; and 3= severe. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.
Facial Skin Assessment: Skin Tone (Clarity)16 weeksThe facial skin was assessed for skin tone (clarity) on a 10-point visual analog scale with 0 indicating a favorable rating and 9 indicating an unfavorable rating. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.
Facial Skin Assessment: Skin Smoothness16 weeksThe facial skin was assessed for skin smoothness on a 10-point visual analog scale with 0 indicating a favorable rating and 9 indicating an unfavorable rating. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.
Facial Skin Assessment: Skin Brightness16 weeksThe facial skin was assessed for skin brightness on a 10-point visual analog scale with 0 indicating a favorable rating and 9 indicating an unfavorable rating. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.
Facial Skin Assessment: Appearance of Pores16 weeksThe facial skin was assessed for the appearance of pores on a 10-point visual analog scale,with 0 indicating a favorable rating and 9 indicating an unfavorable rating. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.
Facial Skin Assessment: Overall Appearance16 weeksThe facial skin was assessed for overall appearance on a 10-point visual analog scale with 0 indicating a favorable rating and 9 indicating an unfavorable rating. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.
Facial Skin Assessment: Global Acne Assessment16 weeksThe facial skin was assessed for global acne assessment on a 10-point visual analog scale with 0 indicating a favorable rating and 9 indicating an unfavorable rating. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.
Facial Lesion Counts: Open Comedones16 weeksParticipants were assessed for facial open comedomes and the total number present was recorded. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.
Facial Lesion Counts: Closed Comedones16 weeksParticipants were assessed for facial closed comedomes and the total number present was recorded. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.
Facial Lesion Counts: Papules16 weeksParticipants were assessed for facial open comedomes and the total number present was recorded. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.
Facial Lesion Counts: Pustules16 weeksParticipants were assessed for facial pustules and the total number present was recorded. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.
Facial Lesion Counts: Noninflammatory Lesions16 weeksParticipants were assessed for facial noninflammatory lesions and the total number present was recorded. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.
Facial Lesion Counts: Inflammatory Lesions16 weeksParticipants were assessed for facial inflammatory lesions and the total number present was recorded. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.
Facial Lesion Counts: Total Lesion16 weeksParticipants were assessed for all facial lesions and the total number present was recorded. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.
Subjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): Stinging16 weeksIrritation stinging was subjectively reported by participants and captured on a 4 point ordinal scale (0= none; 1= mild; 2= moderate; 3= severe). Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.
Subjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): Tingling16 weeksIrritation tingling was subjectively reported by participants and captured on a 4 point ordinal scale (0= none; 1= mild; 2= moderate; 3= severe). Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.
Subjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): Itching16 weeksIrritation itching was subjectively reported by participants and captured on a 4 point ordinal scale (0= none; 1= mild; 2= moderate; 3= severe). Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.
Subjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): Burning16 weeksIrritation burning was subjectively reported by participants and captured on a 4 point ordinal scale (0= none; 1= mild; 2= moderate; 3= severe). Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.

Countries

United States

Participant flow

Participants by arm

ArmCount
BenzaClin
Evaluate and compare tolerance and efficacy of two anti-acne creams, Effaclar and Benzaclin over a twelve week period. BenzaClin: Topical, 1% Clindamycin/5% Benzoyl Peroxide, BID, 12 weeks
26
Effaclar
Evaluate and compare tolerance and efficacy of two anti-acne creams, Effaclar and Benzaclin over a twelve week period. Effaclar: Topical, (Benzoyl peroxide 5.5%) Bid, 12 weeks
34
Total60

Baseline characteristics

CharacteristicTotalBenzaClinEffaclar
Age, Categorical
<=18 years
0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants
Age, Categorical
>=65 years
0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants
Age, Categorical
Between 18 and 65 years
60 Participants26 Participants34 Participants
Age, Continuous30.92 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 9.6
29.53 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 9.81
32.41 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 9.3
Region of Enrollment
United States
66 participants26 participants34 participants
Sex: Female, Male
Female
48 Participants20 Participants28 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Male
12 Participants6 Participants6 Participants

Adverse events

Event typeEG000
affected / at risk
EG001
affected / at risk
deaths
Total, all-cause mortality
0 / 260 / 34
other
Total, other adverse events
0 / 260 / 34
serious
Total, serious adverse events
0 / 260 / 34

Outcome results

Primary

Facial Lesion Counts: Closed Comedones

Participants were assessed for facial closed comedomes and the total number present was recorded. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.

Time frame: 16 weeks

Population: Male and female 18-50 years old, mild to moderate acne vulgaris with \>15 inflammatory lesions (papules/pustules) and \>20 non-inflammatory lesions (black heads/white heads) on the face.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Closed ComedonesBaseline22.5 Closed Comedone Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Closed ComedonesWeek 216.0 Closed Comedone Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Closed ComedonesWeek 49.8 Closed Comedone Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Closed ComedonesWeek 88.3 Closed Comedone Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Closed ComedonesWeek 126.4 Closed Comedone Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Closed ComedonesWeek 169.4 Closed Comedone Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Closed ComedonesWeek 128.4 Closed Comedone Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Closed ComedonesBaseline23 Closed Comedone Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Closed ComedonesWeek 89.8 Closed Comedone Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Closed ComedonesWeek 214.8 Closed Comedone Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Closed ComedonesWeek 1610.0 Closed Comedone Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Closed ComedonesWeek 413.7 Closed Comedone Count
Primary

Facial Lesion Counts: Inflammatory Lesions

Participants were assessed for facial inflammatory lesions and the total number present was recorded. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.

Time frame: 16 weeks

Population: Male and female 18-50 years old, mild to moderate acne vulgaris with \>15 inflammatory lesions (papules/pustules) and \>20 non-inflammatory lesions (black heads/white heads) on the face.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Inflammatory LesionsBaseline21.0 Inflammatory Lesion Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Inflammatory LesionsWeek 214.3 Inflammatory Lesion Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Inflammatory LesionsWeek 49.4 Inflammatory Lesion Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Inflammatory LesionsWeek 87.2 Inflammatory Lesion Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Inflammatory LesionsWeek 125.8 Inflammatory Lesion Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Inflammatory LesionsWeek 167.7 Inflammatory Lesion Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Inflammatory LesionsWeek 124.4 Inflammatory Lesion Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Inflammatory LesionsBaseline19.6 Inflammatory Lesion Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Inflammatory LesionsWeek 86.7 Inflammatory Lesion Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Inflammatory LesionsWeek 210.4 Inflammatory Lesion Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Inflammatory LesionsWeek 166.2 Inflammatory Lesion Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Inflammatory LesionsWeek 47.9 Inflammatory Lesion Count
Primary

Facial Lesion Counts: Noninflammatory Lesions

Participants were assessed for facial noninflammatory lesions and the total number present was recorded. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.

Time frame: 16 weeks

Population: Male and female 18-50 years old, mild to moderate acne vulgaris with \>15 inflammatory lesions (papules/pustules) and \>20 non-inflammatory lesions (black heads/white heads) on the face.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Noninflammatory LesionsBaseline30.9 Noninflammatory Lesion Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Noninflammatory LesionsWeek 221.3 Noninflammatory Lesion Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Noninflammatory LesionsWeek 413.0 Noninflammatory Lesion Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Noninflammatory LesionsWeek 811.2 Noninflammatory Lesion Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Noninflammatory LesionsWeek 127.7 Noninflammatory Lesion Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Noninflammatory LesionsWeek 1611.4 Noninflammatory Lesion Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Noninflammatory LesionsWeek 129.3 Noninflammatory Lesion Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Noninflammatory LesionsBaseline31.3 Noninflammatory Lesion Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Noninflammatory LesionsWeek 813.3 Noninflammatory Lesion Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Noninflammatory LesionsWeek 219.6 Noninflammatory Lesion Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Noninflammatory LesionsWeek 1610.9 Noninflammatory Lesion Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Noninflammatory LesionsWeek 417.3 Noninflammatory Lesion Count
Primary

Facial Lesion Counts: Open Comedones

Participants were assessed for facial open comedomes and the total number present was recorded. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.

Time frame: 16 weeks

Population: Male and female 18-50 years old, mild to moderate acne vulgaris with \>15 inflammatory lesions (papules/pustules) and \>20 non-inflammatory lesions (black heads/white heads) on the face.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Open ComedonesBaseline8.4 Open Comedone Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Open ComedonesWeek 25.3 Open Comedone Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Open ComedonesWeek 43.2 Open Comedone Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Open ComedonesWeek 82.9 Open Comedone Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Open ComedonesWeek 121.3 Open Comedone Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Open ComedonesWeek 162.0 Open Comedone Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Open ComedonesWeek 120.9 Open Comedone Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Open ComedonesBaseline8.3 Open Comedone Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Open ComedonesWeek 83.5 Open Comedone Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Open ComedonesWeek 24.8 Open Comedone Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Open ComedonesWeek 160.8 Open Comedone Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Open ComedonesWeek 43.6 Open Comedone Count
Primary

Facial Lesion Counts: Papules

Participants were assessed for facial open comedomes and the total number present was recorded. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.

Time frame: 16 weeks

Population: Male and female 18-50 years old, mild to moderate acne vulgaris with \>15 inflammatory lesions (papules/pustules) and \>20 non-inflammatory lesions (black heads/white heads) on the face.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: PapulesBaseline17.4 Papule Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: PapulesWeek 212.0 Papule Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: PapulesWeek 48.0 Papule Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: PapulesWeek 86.4 Papule Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: PapulesWeek 125.3 Papule Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: PapulesWeek 166.8 Papule Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: PapulesWeek 124.0 Papule Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: PapulesBaseline15.7 Papule Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: PapulesWeek 85.8 Papule Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: PapulesWeek 29.0 Papule Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: PapulesWeek 164.5 Papule Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: PapulesWeek 46.6 Papule Count
Primary

Facial Lesion Counts: Pustules

Participants were assessed for facial pustules and the total number present was recorded. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.

Time frame: 16 weeks

Population: Male and female 18-50 years old, mild to moderate acne vulgaris with \>15 inflammatory lesions (papules/pustules) and \>20 non-inflammatory lesions (black heads/white heads) on the face.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: PustulesWeek 120.5 Pustules Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: PustulesWeek 161.0 Pustules Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: PustulesBaseline3.6 Pustules Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: PustulesWeek 22.3 Pustules Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: PustulesWeek 41.4 Pustules Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: PustulesWeek 80.8 Pustules Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: PustulesWeek 41.3 Pustules Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: PustulesWeek 120.5 Pustules Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: PustulesWeek 21.4 Pustules Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: PustulesWeek 161.7 Pustules Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: PustulesWeek 80.9 Pustules Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: PustulesBaseline3.9 Pustules Count
Primary

Facial Lesion Counts: Total Lesion

Participants were assessed for all facial lesions and the total number present was recorded. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.

Time frame: 16 weeks

Population: Male and female 18-50 years old, mild to moderate acne vulgaris with \>15 inflammatory lesions (papules/pustules) and \>20 non-inflammatory lesions (black heads/white heads) on the face.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Total LesionBaseline51.9 Total Lesion Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Total LesionWeek 818.5 Total Lesion Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Total LesionWeek 1619.0 Total Lesion Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Total LesionWeek 1213.5 Total Lesion Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Total LesionWeek 235.6 Total Lesion Count
EffaclarFacial Lesion Counts: Total LesionWeek 422.5 Total Lesion Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Total LesionWeek 1617.0 Total Lesion Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Total LesionBaseline51.0 Total Lesion Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Total LesionWeek 425.1 Total Lesion Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Total LesionWeek 820.0 Total Lesion Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Total LesionWeek 1213.7 Total Lesion Count
BenzaclinFacial Lesion Counts: Total LesionWeek 230.0 Total Lesion Count
Primary

Facial Skin Assessment: Appearance of Pores

The facial skin was assessed for the appearance of pores on a 10-point visual analog scale,with 0 indicating a favorable rating and 9 indicating an unfavorable rating. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.

Time frame: 16 weeks

Population: Male and female 18-50 years old, mild to moderate acne vulgaris with \>15 inflammatory lesions (papules/pustules) and \>20 non-inflammatory lesions (black heads/white heads) on the face.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Appearance of PoresBaseline4.6 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Appearance of PoresWeek 24.3 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Appearance of PoresWeek 44.1 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Appearance of PoresWeek 83.5 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Appearance of PoresWeek 123.2 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Appearance of PoresWeek 163.1 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Appearance of PoresWeek 123.1 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Appearance of PoresBaseline4.6 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Appearance of PoresWeek 83.6 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Appearance of PoresWeek 24.5 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Appearance of PoresWeek 163.3 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Appearance of PoresWeek 44.2 score on a scale
Primary

Facial Skin Assessment: Global Acne Assessment

The facial skin was assessed for global acne assessment on a 10-point visual analog scale with 0 indicating a favorable rating and 9 indicating an unfavorable rating. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.

Time frame: 16 weeks

Population: Male and female 18-50 years old, mild to moderate acne vulgaris with \>15 inflammatory lesions (papules/pustules) and \>20 non-inflammatory lesions (black heads/white heads) on the face.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Global Acne AssessmentWeek 82.2 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Global Acne AssessmentWeek 121.7 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Global Acne AssessmentWeek 42.5 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Global Acne AssessmentWeek 162.2 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Global Acne AssessmentBaseline3.4 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Global Acne AssessmentWeek 23.1 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Global Acne AssessmentBaseline3.1 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Global Acne AssessmentWeek 82.1 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Global Acne AssessmentWeek 162.0 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Global Acne AssessmentWeek 22.7 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Global Acne AssessmentWeek 42.3 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Global Acne AssessmentWeek 121.7 score on a scale
Primary

Facial Skin Assessment: Overall Appearance

The facial skin was assessed for overall appearance on a 10-point visual analog scale with 0 indicating a favorable rating and 9 indicating an unfavorable rating. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.

Time frame: 16 weeks

Population: Male and female 18-50 years old, mild to moderate acne vulgaris with \>15 inflammatory lesions (papules/pustules) and \>20 non-inflammatory lesions (black heads/white heads) on the face.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Overall AppearanceBaseline5.1 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Overall AppearanceWeek 24.7 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Overall AppearanceWeek 44.3 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Overall AppearanceWeek 83.2 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Overall AppearanceWeek 122.6 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Overall AppearanceWeek 162.5 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Overall AppearanceWeek 122.4 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Overall AppearanceBaseline5.0 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Overall AppearanceWeek 83.1 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Overall AppearanceWeek 24.4 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Overall AppearanceWeek 162.6 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Overall AppearanceWeek 43.9 score on a scale
Primary

Facial Skin Assessment: Skin Brightness

The facial skin was assessed for skin brightness on a 10-point visual analog scale with 0 indicating a favorable rating and 9 indicating an unfavorable rating. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.

Time frame: 16 weeks

Population: Male and female 18-50 years old, mild to moderate acne vulgaris with \>15 inflammatory lesions (papules/pustules) and \>20 non-inflammatory lesions (black heads/white heads) on the face.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Skin BrightnessBaseline5.1 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Skin BrightnessWeek 24.6 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Skin BrightnessWeek 44.0 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Skin BrightnessWeek 83.2 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Skin BrightnessWeek 122.5 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Skin BrightnessWeek 162.6 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Skin BrightnessWeek 122.4 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Skin BrightnessBaseline4.6 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Skin BrightnessWeek 82.8 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Skin BrightnessWeek 24.1 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Skin BrightnessWeek 162.6 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Skin BrightnessWeek 43.6 score on a scale
Primary

Facial Skin Assessment: Skin Smoothness

The facial skin was assessed for skin smoothness on a 10-point visual analog scale with 0 indicating a favorable rating and 9 indicating an unfavorable rating. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.

Time frame: 16 weeks

Population: Male and female 18-50 years old, mild to moderate acne vulgaris with \>15 inflammatory lesions (papules/pustules) and \>20 non-inflammatory lesions (black heads/white heads) on the face.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Skin SmoothnessBaseline5.0 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Skin SmoothnessWeek 24.7 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Skin SmoothnessWeek 44.2 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Skin SmoothnessWeek 83.2 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Skin SmoothnessWeek 122.3 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Skin SmoothnessWeek 162.2 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Skin SmoothnessWeek 122.1 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Skin SmoothnessBaseline4.9 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Skin SmoothnessWeek 82.7 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Skin SmoothnessWeek 24.5 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Skin SmoothnessWeek 162.3 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Skin SmoothnessWeek 43.5 score on a scale
Primary

Facial Skin Assessment: Skin Tone (Clarity)

The facial skin was assessed for skin tone (clarity) on a 10-point visual analog scale with 0 indicating a favorable rating and 9 indicating an unfavorable rating. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.

Time frame: 16 weeks

Population: Male and female 18-50 years old, mild to moderate acne vulgaris with \>15 inflammatory lesions (papules/pustules) and \>20 non-inflammatory lesions (black heads/white heads) on the face.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Skin Tone (Clarity)Baseline5.3 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Skin Tone (Clarity)Week 24.6 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Skin Tone (Clarity)Week 44.1 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Skin Tone (Clarity)Week 83.3 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Skin Tone (Clarity)Week 122.6 score on a scale
EffaclarFacial Skin Assessment: Skin Tone (Clarity)Week 162.7 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Skin Tone (Clarity)Week 122.3 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Skin Tone (Clarity)Baseline5.0 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Skin Tone (Clarity)Week 83.2 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Skin Tone (Clarity)Week 24.4 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Skin Tone (Clarity)Week 162.7 score on a scale
BenzaclinFacial Skin Assessment: Skin Tone (Clarity)Week 43.9 score on a scale
Primary

Subjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): Burning

Irritation burning was subjectively reported by participants and captured on a 4 point ordinal scale (0= none; 1= mild; 2= moderate; 3= severe). Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.

Time frame: 16 weeks

Population: Male and female 18-50 years old, mild to moderate acne vulgaris with \>15 inflammatory lesions (papules/pustules) and \>20 non-inflammatory lesions (black heads/white heads) on the face.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)
EffaclarSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): BurningBaseline0.2 score on a scale
EffaclarSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): BurningWeek 21.1 score on a scale
EffaclarSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): BurningWeek 40.6 score on a scale
EffaclarSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): BurningWeek 80.5 score on a scale
EffaclarSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): BurningWeek 120.3 score on a scale
EffaclarSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): BurningWeek 160.0 score on a scale
BenzaclinSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): BurningWeek 120.4 score on a scale
BenzaclinSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): BurningBaseline0.1 score on a scale
BenzaclinSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): BurningWeek 80.5 score on a scale
BenzaclinSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): BurningWeek 21.0 score on a scale
BenzaclinSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): BurningWeek 160.1 score on a scale
BenzaclinSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): BurningWeek 40.4 score on a scale
Primary

Subjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): Itching

Irritation itching was subjectively reported by participants and captured on a 4 point ordinal scale (0= none; 1= mild; 2= moderate; 3= severe). Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.

Time frame: 16 weeks

Population: Male and female 18-50 years old, mild to moderate acne vulgaris with \>15 inflammatory lesions (papules/pustules) and \>20 non-inflammatory lesions (black heads/white heads) on the face.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)
EffaclarSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): ItchingBaseline0.2 score on a scale
EffaclarSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): ItchingWeek 20.5 score on a scale
EffaclarSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): ItchingWeek 40.4 score on a scale
EffaclarSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): ItchingWeek 80.3 score on a scale
EffaclarSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): ItchingWeek 120.2 score on a scale
EffaclarSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): ItchingWeek 160.1 score on a scale
BenzaclinSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): ItchingWeek 120.3 score on a scale
BenzaclinSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): ItchingBaseline0.1 score on a scale
BenzaclinSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): ItchingWeek 80.3 score on a scale
BenzaclinSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): ItchingWeek 20.5 score on a scale
BenzaclinSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): ItchingWeek 160.3 score on a scale
BenzaclinSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): ItchingWeek 40.4 score on a scale
Primary

Subjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): Stinging

Irritation stinging was subjectively reported by participants and captured on a 4 point ordinal scale (0= none; 1= mild; 2= moderate; 3= severe). Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.

Time frame: 16 weeks

Population: Male and female 18-50 years old, mild to moderate acne vulgaris with \>15 inflammatory lesions (papules/pustules) and \>20 non-inflammatory lesions (black heads/white heads) on the face.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)
EffaclarSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): StingingBaseline0.1 score on a scale
EffaclarSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): StingingWeek 20.8 score on a scale
EffaclarSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): StingingWeek 40.4 score on a scale
EffaclarSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): StingingWeek 80.3 score on a scale
EffaclarSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): StingingWeek 120.2 score on a scale
EffaclarSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): StingingWeek 160.1 score on a scale
BenzaclinSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): StingingWeek 120.3 score on a scale
BenzaclinSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): StingingBaseline0.0 score on a scale
BenzaclinSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): StingingWeek 80.5 score on a scale
BenzaclinSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): StingingWeek 20.8 score on a scale
BenzaclinSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): StingingWeek 160.2 score on a scale
BenzaclinSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): StingingWeek 40.4 score on a scale
Primary

Subjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): Tingling

Irritation tingling was subjectively reported by participants and captured on a 4 point ordinal scale (0= none; 1= mild; 2= moderate; 3= severe). Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.

Time frame: 16 weeks

Population: Male and female 18-50 years old, mild to moderate acne vulgaris with \>15 inflammatory lesions (papules/pustules) and \>20 non-inflammatory lesions (black heads/white heads) on the face.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)
EffaclarSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): TinglingBaseline0.1 score on a scale
EffaclarSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): TinglingWeek 20.8 score on a scale
EffaclarSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): TinglingWeek 40.4 score on a scale
EffaclarSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): TinglingWeek 80.3 score on a scale
EffaclarSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): TinglingWeek 120.2 score on a scale
EffaclarSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): TinglingWeek 160.1 score on a scale
BenzaclinSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): TinglingWeek 120.3 score on a scale
BenzaclinSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): TinglingBaseline0.0 score on a scale
BenzaclinSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): TinglingWeek 80.5 score on a scale
BenzaclinSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): TinglingWeek 20.8 score on a scale
BenzaclinSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): TinglingWeek 160.2 score on a scale
BenzaclinSubjective Tolerability of Irritation Assessment (Participant Assessed): TinglingWeek 40.4 score on a scale
Primary

Treatment Tolerability Assessment: Dryness

Participants were assessed for Dryness on a 4-point ordinal scale where 0= none; 1= mild; 2= moderate; and 3= severe. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.

Time frame: 16 weeks

Population: Male and female 18-50 years old, mild to moderate acne vulgaris with \>15 inflammatory lesions (papules/pustules) and \>20 non-inflammatory lesions (black heads/white heads) on the face.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)
EffaclarTreatment Tolerability Assessment: DrynessBaseline0.4 score on a scale
EffaclarTreatment Tolerability Assessment: DrynessWeek 20.9 score on a scale
EffaclarTreatment Tolerability Assessment: DrynessWeek 40.6 score on a scale
EffaclarTreatment Tolerability Assessment: DrynessWeek 80.2 score on a scale
EffaclarTreatment Tolerability Assessment: DrynessWeek 120.2 score on a scale
EffaclarTreatment Tolerability Assessment: DrynessWeek 160.0 score on a scale
BenzaclinTreatment Tolerability Assessment: DrynessWeek 120.2 score on a scale
BenzaclinTreatment Tolerability Assessment: DrynessBaseline0.2 score on a scale
BenzaclinTreatment Tolerability Assessment: DrynessWeek 80.2 score on a scale
BenzaclinTreatment Tolerability Assessment: DrynessWeek 20.7 score on a scale
BenzaclinTreatment Tolerability Assessment: DrynessWeek 160.0 score on a scale
BenzaclinTreatment Tolerability Assessment: DrynessWeek 40.3 score on a scale
Primary

Treatment Tolerability Assessment: Edema

Participants were assessed for Edema on a 4-point ordinal scale where 0= none; 1= mild; 2= moderate; and 3= severe. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.

Time frame: 16 weeks

Population: Male and female 18-50 years old, mild to moderate acne vulgaris with \>15 inflammatory lesions (papules/pustules) and \>20 non-inflammatory lesions (black heads/white heads) on the face.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)
EffaclarTreatment Tolerability Assessment: EdemaBaseline0.1 score on a scale
EffaclarTreatment Tolerability Assessment: EdemaWeek 20.2 score on a scale
EffaclarTreatment Tolerability Assessment: EdemaWeek 40.1 score on a scale
EffaclarTreatment Tolerability Assessment: EdemaWeek 80.0 score on a scale
EffaclarTreatment Tolerability Assessment: EdemaWeek 120.0 score on a scale
EffaclarTreatment Tolerability Assessment: EdemaWeek 160.0 score on a scale
BenzaclinTreatment Tolerability Assessment: EdemaWeek 120.0 score on a scale
BenzaclinTreatment Tolerability Assessment: EdemaBaseline0.1 score on a scale
BenzaclinTreatment Tolerability Assessment: EdemaWeek 80.1 score on a scale
BenzaclinTreatment Tolerability Assessment: EdemaWeek 20.2 score on a scale
BenzaclinTreatment Tolerability Assessment: EdemaWeek 160.0 score on a scale
BenzaclinTreatment Tolerability Assessment: EdemaWeek 40.2 score on a scale
Primary

Treatment Tolerability Assessment: Erythema

Participants were assessed for Erythema on a 4-point ordinal scale where 0= none; 1= mild; 2= moderate; and 3= severe. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.

Time frame: 16 weeks

Population: Male and female 18-50 years old, mild to moderate acne vulgaris with \>15 inflammatory lesions (papules/pustules) and \>20 non-inflammatory lesions (black heads/white heads) on the face.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)
EffaclarTreatment Tolerability Assessment: ErythemaWeek 80.1 score on a scale
EffaclarTreatment Tolerability Assessment: ErythemaBaseline0.3 score on a scale
EffaclarTreatment Tolerability Assessment: ErythemaWeek 120.2 score on a scale
EffaclarTreatment Tolerability Assessment: ErythemaWeek 40.3 score on a scale
EffaclarTreatment Tolerability Assessment: ErythemaWeek 160.1 score on a scale
EffaclarTreatment Tolerability Assessment: ErythemaWeek 20.6 score on a scale
BenzaclinTreatment Tolerability Assessment: ErythemaWeek 160.1 score on a scale
BenzaclinTreatment Tolerability Assessment: ErythemaWeek 20.4 score on a scale
BenzaclinTreatment Tolerability Assessment: ErythemaWeek 40.4 score on a scale
BenzaclinTreatment Tolerability Assessment: ErythemaWeek 80.2 score on a scale
BenzaclinTreatment Tolerability Assessment: ErythemaWeek 120.2 score on a scale
BenzaclinTreatment Tolerability Assessment: ErythemaBaseline0.4 score on a scale
Primary

Treatment Tolerability Assessment: Peeling

Participants were assessed for Peeling on a 4-point ordinal scale where 0= none; 1= mild; 2= moderate; and 3= severe. Assessments were made at baseline and weeks, 2, 4, 8, and 12, with the regression phase assessment at week 16.

Time frame: 16 weeks

Population: Male and female 18-50 years old, mild to moderate acne vulgaris with \>15 inflammatory lesions (papules/pustules) and \>20 non-inflammatory lesions (black heads/white heads) on the face.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)
EffaclarTreatment Tolerability Assessment: PeelingBaseline0.1 score on a scale
EffaclarTreatment Tolerability Assessment: PeelingWeek 20.5 score on a scale
EffaclarTreatment Tolerability Assessment: PeelingWeek 40.5 score on a scale
EffaclarTreatment Tolerability Assessment: PeelingWeek 80.1 score on a scale
EffaclarTreatment Tolerability Assessment: PeelingWeek 120.1 score on a scale
EffaclarTreatment Tolerability Assessment: PeelingWeek 160.0 score on a scale
BenzaclinTreatment Tolerability Assessment: PeelingWeek 120.1 score on a scale
BenzaclinTreatment Tolerability Assessment: PeelingBaseline0.0 score on a scale
BenzaclinTreatment Tolerability Assessment: PeelingWeek 80.2 score on a scale
BenzaclinTreatment Tolerability Assessment: PeelingWeek 20.6 score on a scale
BenzaclinTreatment Tolerability Assessment: PeelingWeek 160.0 score on a scale
BenzaclinTreatment Tolerability Assessment: PeelingWeek 40.3 score on a scale

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026