PHOTODYNAMIC THERAPY FOR THE TREATMENT OF HYPERACTIVE SEBACEOUS GLAND DISORDERS USING TOPICALLY APPLIED HYDROPHOBIC GREEN PORPHYRINS

摘要

The present method involves the photodynamic treatment of hyperactive gland disorders. The method involves the topical administration of a photosensitizer composition comprising hydrophobic and/or lipophilic green porphyrins such as lemuteporfin, polyethylene glycol and skin penetration enhancers such as oleyl alcohol and TRANSCUTOL to affected skin and subsequent exposure of that skin to energy of a wavelength capable of activating the photosensitizer.