Keratolytics

Effects Keratolytic: soften and loosen skin, nails and calluses Indications Depending on the substance and dosage form: Acne Scab Corns, calluses Warts Dandruff Active ingredients Allantoin Benzoyl peroxide Urea Potassium iodide ointment Lactic acid Resorcinol Retinoids Salicylic acid, e.g., triple ointment, salicylaseline Selenium disulfide See also Cuticle cream

5-Fluorouracil

Products 5-Fluorouracil is commercially available as an ointment (Efudix), as a topical solution in combination with salicylic acid (Verrumal), and in preparations for parenteral administration. This article refers to topical application. In 2011, 5-fluorouracil at the lower concentration of 0.5% was approved in many countries with Actikerall. Structure and properties 5-Fluorouracil (C4H3FN2O2, Mr = 130.08 … 5-Fluorouracil

Castellani Solution

Products Castellani solution is not commercially available as a registered finished drug in many countries and must be prepared in a pharmacy as an extemporaneous preparation. Retailers can also order it from specialized suppliers. The drug is named after Aldo Castellani (1877-1971), a well-known Italian tropical physician who developed it in the 1920s. Ingredients Traditional … Castellani Solution

Bern Wart Ointment

Products Bern Wart Ointment is not commercially available as a finished drug product and must be prepared as a magistral prescription or house specialty in a pharmacy. Ingredients The ointment contains 2-naphthol, resorcinol, salicylic acid, thymol, and phenol in petrolatum and kerosene. A manufacturing specification can be found in the DMS. Bern wart ointments with … Bern Wart Ointment

Resorcinol

Products Resorcinol (resorcinol) is present in a few liquid and semisolid drugs. It is also used in the preparation of extemporaneous preparations, but is controversial because of its adverse effects. Structure and properties Resorcinol (C6H6O2, Mr = 110.1 g/mol) exists as a crystalline powder or as colorless to faint grayish-pink crystals with a sweetish odor. … Resorcinol

Corn Plaster for Removal and Treatment of Corns

Effects Corn patches are keratolytic, which means that they dissolve the cornea and soften it. This allows removal after a few days. Active ingredients The patches contain keratolytics; usually salicylic acid, lactic acid, or combinations. The keratolytics may be embedded in a foam ring, which further relieves pressure. Indications Corns Dosage According to the package … Corn Plaster for Removal and Treatment of Corns

Lactic Acid

Products Lactic acid is available as a pure substance in pharmacies and drugstores. It is found in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and medical products, including wart remedies, corn remedies, vaginal care products, skin care products, and callus removal products. Structure and properties Lactic acid (C3H6O3, Mr = 90.1 g/mol) is an organic acid belonging to the α-hydroxycarboxylic … Lactic Acid

Tretinoin

Products Tretinoin is commercially available as a cream and lotion (Airol) and in capsule form (Vesanoid). It has been approved in many countries since 1973. The Retin-A cream and gel went out of commerce in many countries at the end of 2012 for commercial reasons. This article refers to external treatment. Structure and properties Tretinoin … Tretinoin

Eosin

Products Eosin, from Greek , dawn, is commercially available as an aqueous solution for application to the skin. Structure and properties As a drug, eosin is yellowish (= eosin G, eosin Y, C20H6Br4Na2O5, Mr = 691.9 g/mol), the sodium salt of tetrabromofluorescein. It is also known as eosin disodium and as tetrabromofluorescein disodium and belongs … Eosin

Allantoin

Products Allantoin is found in creams and ointments for external use and in numerous cosmetics and personal care products. Structure and properties Allantoin (C4H6N4O3, Mr = 158.12 g/mol) is a racemate and belongs to the group of imidazolidines. It is present white, crystalline powder and is odorless and tasteless. It is sparingly soluble in water. … Allantoin

Medicinal Baths

Effects The effects are substance specific. Warm baths are generally warming, soothing, relaxing, vasodilating, and circulatory deregulating, e.g., blood pressure lowering and fatiguing. Indications Skin diseases, e.g. eczema, dry skin, psoriasis, acne. Rheumatic complaints, diseases of the musculoskeletal system, muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, spine; eg sore muscles, osteoarthritis. Colds, colds, coughs Nervousness, tension, stress Female … Medicinal Baths

Triple Ointment

Products The ointment of three is prepared in pharmacies and possibly in drugstores. Specialty retailers may also have the ointment prepared by specialized service providers. Similar products are also available as ready-to-use medicines. Composition and preparation A Salicylic acid 3.0 g B Glycerol 85% 3.0 g C White petroleum jelly ad 100.0 g Rub the … Triple Ointment