Biologics and Topicals

Biologics are highly-targeted medicines that contain molecules from living organisms. Topicals include creams, ointments, or gels applied to the skin.

What is it?

Most people are quite familiar with topical treatments. These are typically our primary weapon against many skin conditions such as acne, rosacea, psoriasis, and eczema. Topical treatments are applied directly to the specific area of the skin experiencing issues. Some of the latest topical treatments, like JAK inhibitors, have shown fast improvements in conditions like alopecia, vitiligo, and eczema.

Biologics are transforming how we treat diseases that cause the immune system to mistakenly attack parts of the body. Biologic treatments include molecules derived from living organisms and have the potential to reduce or even eliminate symptoms of psoriasis and eczema. Contrary to synthetic drugs that might affect your whole immune system, biologics are finely targeted towards the particular part of your immune system causing symptoms. For some patients at Clarkston Dermatology, this could translate to life-changing results.

Biologics operate systemically and are generally administered through injection or infusion, to tackle more severe cases of chronic diseases. Meet with one of our board-certified dermatologists in Clarkston and Oxford, Michigan to determine if biologics or topical treatments are the best fit for your needs.

BIOLOGICS AND TOPICALS CAN HELP WITH THESE CONDITIONS:

Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)