Topical 5% Tranexamic Acid as a Treatment for Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation Due to Acne Vulgaris

Topical 5% Tranexamic Acid as a Treatment for Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation Due to Acne Vulgaris

The goal of this study is to determine if topical tranexamic acid is capable of decreasing the pigment of the dark spots left from acne bumps. The first line medication used for this often is not tolerated well by patients, and topical tranexamic acid has minimal reported side effects thus far.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age 18 to 65
• Patients with bilateral involvement of facial postinflammatory hyperpigmentation due to acne vulgaris.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Pregnant patients or patients planning to become pregnant during the time of the study.
• Patients with a history of use of hydroquinone, kojic acid, tretinoin, adapalene, tazarotene or azaleic acid in the previous 3 months.