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    Glossary Topical Antibiotics

    medications applied to skin to treat bacterial infections

    Topical antibiotics, also known as topical antibacterial agents, are medications applied directly to the skin to treat or prevent bacterial infections. They are commonly used for minor cuts, burns, and skin conditions like acne, and work by killing or inhibiting the growth of bacteria at the site of application.

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    1. Fluridil Topical anti-androgen sold as a cosmetic lotion
    2. Clascoterone Topical androgen-receptor blocker, approved as an acne cream
    3. Pyrilutamide Experimental topical anti-androgen, also known as KX-826
    4. RU58841 Experimental topical anti-androgen sold as a research chemical
    5. GT20029 Experimental topical drug designed to break down androgen receptors