| abstract |
The present invention relates to a semi-solid topical composition which contains pirfenidone and an anti-microbial/antiseptic such as modified diallyl disulphide oxide (M-DDO) and to the method for manufacturing same, which has advantages over other pharmaceutical forms for cutaneous delivery known in the prior art, which can be used as an anti-fibrotic, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic agent in the prevention, treatment and reversal of acne and post-acne lesions. Said composition can also be used to reduce the redness of the skin, to halt the formation of new outbreaks of acne, to reverse existing outbreaks and to regenerate skin damaged by acne. |