Therapeutic target
Elimination or improvement/relief of symptoms.
Therapy recommendations
- First search for the cause and adequate treatment of the same.
- Mild pruritus and skin dryness; treatment primarily with: Externa, ie hydrating, refatting basic care in the form of creams, ointments or lotions (esp. after showering and bathing).
- Pruritus senilis – in addition to re-lubricating basic care (see above) urea-containing lotions; addition of urea can improve both dry skin and pruritus.
- Note: antihistamines usually have little effect on pruritus senilis.
- See also under “Further therapy“.
Supplements (dietary supplements; vital substances)
Suitable dietary supplements should contain the following vital substances:
- Vitamin E (tocopherols)
- Fatty acids – omega-3 fatty acids (eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)); gamma-linolenic acid (GLA).
