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dapsone

dap·sone [ ˈdap-ˌsōn]

dapsone

noun

[ˈdap-ˌsōn]

Definition of dapsone

: an antimicrobial agent C₁₂H₁₂N₂O₂S used especially to treat leprosy and a chronic form of dermatitis

Recent Examples on the Web

//Oftentimes, dapsone is used alongside other acne treatments.
— Jessica Cruel, SELF, "12 Acne Treatments That Really Work, According to Dermatologists," 8 Aug. 2019
//In terms of topicals, you may be instructed to use benzoyl peroxide (at an Rx strength), topical antibiotics, topical retinoids (like Tazorac, or Retin-A), or topical dapsone, like Aczone.
— Karina Hoshikawa, Teen Vogue, "Chin Acne: How to Cure and Prevent It," 1 June 2018
//For a more targeted acne treatment, Zeichner suggests topical dapsone, found in Aczone, a treatment for both hormonal and nonhormonal acne that's gentle enough for those with irritation-prone skin.
— Lauren Hubbard, Allure, "Adult Acne: Why It Occurs and How to Get Rid of It," 16 Oct. 2017

First Known Use of dapsone

1952, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for dapsone

diamine + phenyl + sulfone

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