According to the company, the Avidoxy defense kit (DK) includes Avidoxy (doxycycline tablets), a broad spectrum oral antibiotic, in an easy-to-swallow film-coated caplet indicated as adjunctive therapy for severe acne, with complimentary defence acne wash, a specially formulated oil and alcohol-free acne wash with 2% salicylic acid that provides gentle yet effective cleansing and exfoliation of skin.
Avidoxy DK also contains complimentary defense solare, a lightweight, oil-free, non-comedogenic sunscreen rich in anti-oxidants and moisturizers offering SPF 30+ of broad spectrum sun protection. Avidoxy DK is available by prescription only, the company said.
Charles Pamplin III, chief medical advisor of Avidas, said: “Reduction of bacteria with effective skin cleansing, exfoliation and protection are considered by many physicians to be important treatment arms for the control of severe acne. With Avidoxy DK, physicians can provide their patients with a simple and convenient way to treat this serious, yet common, skin condition.”