BLU-U®

The BLU-U 4170 offers effective, non-invasive and pain-free blue light treatment for moderate inflammatory acne vulgaris, a condition affecting millions of adults, teens and children in the United States. Narrow band blue light causes a photodynamic effect within the pylosebaceous gland that kills P. acnes, the bacteria primarily responsible for acne vulgaris.

How Blue Light Treats Acne Vulgaris

In the treatment of acne vulgaris, 417 nanometer (nm) blue light activates endogenous photosensitizers within the P. acnes bacteria. This creates a toxic bacteriocidal environment in the sebaceous gland that inhibits the obstruction of the sebaceous follicle and formation of acne lesions.

Innovative and Economically Sound

The BLU-U 4170 is ideal for physician practices experienced in dermatological management of acne, as well as those seeking a new practice expansion opportunity outside of the managed care system. Yet, this robustly built, high quality device is priced for easy affordability.

Effective Treatment

The BLU-U 4170 utilizes patented, proprietary technology to deliver uniform narrow band blue visible light that efficiently activates porphyrins within the P. acnes bacteria. When used in a series of brief (approximately 16 minutes) exposure sessions, it provides a simple, non-invasive treatment regimen. BLU-U 4170 treatments can be a primary treatment, an alternative to pharmaceuticals and topicals, or an adjunct to skin care programs.

2 BLU-U 4170 Treatments Weekly for 5 Weeks Without Medication

Photographs courtesy of Laurie Harrington MD, Zachary, LA.

Simplified Design Saves Time

The BLU-U 4170 emits safe, cool, visible blue light - it is not a laser. It can be easily managed and operated by qualified ancillary staff*, freeing the physician's time for more demanding patient care tasks. The simplified controls are easy to learn, easy to use, including key-operated on/off, timer control, and indicator lights. The BLU-U 4170 requires little space and operates on standard power. The illuminator is easily adjusted for treatment in the normal sitting or reclining position for flexibility in your daily routine.

*Consult the regulations of your state medical board for specifics.

Important Risk Information
The BLU-U^® light alone is FDA cleared for light alone treatment of moderate inflammatory acne. The BLU-U Blue Light Photodynamic Therapy Illuminator, in combination with the Levulan^® Kerastick^® for Topical Solution, 20% is indicated for the treatment of minimally to moderately thick actinic keratoses of the face or scalp. Do not use this device with other photosensitizing drugs. Refer to the Levulan Kerastick for Topical Solution, 20% Prescribing Information for additional information.

When using the BLU-U for acne, do not use this device with photosensitizing drugs.

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