Abstract: A stabilized, topical composition for the treatment of acne and other dermatological conditions comprises a liposomal formulation of a retinoid and an antibiotic in which the retinoid is disposed in the lipid phase of the formulation, and the antibiotic is disposed in the aqueous phase so as to be isolated from the retinoid. Lincosamides, such as clindamycin, are one group of antibiotics which may be used in the composition. Tretinoin is one preferred retinoid. Also disclosed are methods for making the compositions and methods for using the composition.

Abstract: A composition comprising lidocaine-containing liposomes wherein the weight concentration of lidocaine in said composition is greater than 10%. The composition is prepared by mixing water with an oil phase comprising lidocaine, a C14-C20 alcohol, an alkyl ester of a fatty acid, propylene glycol, and a polyalkyl stearate. The non-aqueous phase may also include a phospholipid such as phosphatidyl choline.