Commonly Used Rosacea Terms
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Macules - patch of skin that is altered in color but usually not elevated and that is a characteristic feature of various diseases
Maxiflor® - (Diflorasone) topical high to very high potency corticosteroid, used to treat a variety of skin conditions. Also sold under the brand name(s): Florone®; Florone E®; Psorcon™
MetroCream® – a topical treatment for rosacea.
MetroGel® – Metronidazole; a topical treatment for rosacea.
MetroLotion® – Metronidazole; a topical treatment for rosacea.
Metronidazole - a topical treatment for rosacea. It has been proved as effective against rosacea. Is the active ingredient in Metrogel, Metrocream, Metrolotion, Rozex gel and Noritate.
Milia - a small pearly firm non-inflammatory whitehead. Milia are due to retention of keratin in an oil gland duct blocked by a thin layer of epithelium.
Minocin® (Oral) - Oral antibiotic used to treat infections that are caused by bacteria. Belongs to a class of drugs called tetracycline antibiotics. Also sold under the brand name(s): Minocycline, Dynacin®
Minocycline – Oral antibiotic used to treat infections that are caused by bacteria. Belongs to a class of drugs called tetracycline antibiotics. Also sold under the brand name(s): Minocin® (Oral), Dynacin®
Mometasone furoate - a cortisone-like steroid available in cream, ointment, and lotion form. It is used to treat certain itchy rashes and other inflammatory skin conditions. Also sold under the brand name(s): Elocon®
Monodox® - an oral antibiotic which is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is often prescribed for rosacea. Also sold under the brand name(s): Vibra-Tabs®, Vibramycin®, Doxycycline®, Doryx®, Novodoxylin®