What is a rhinophyma? A rhinophyma is a tuberous, benign skin change of the nose, which may occur in the severe form of the skin disease rosacea – the so-called rosacea phymatosa. In the case of rosacea (also: rosacea), the facial skin is basically subject to a continuous, progressive inflammation. The cheeks, nose, chin and … Rosacea: Recognizing and Treating Rhinophyma
Brief overview Treatment: medication (ointments, creams, lotions, antibiotics), laser treatment, sclerotherapy, photodynamic therapy, surgery; avoidance of typical triggers such as UV radiation, heat, spicy food, alcohol, and certain skin care products and cosmetics Causes and risk factors: Suspected genetic predisposition in interaction with immune system, microorganisms, etc.; strong, prolonged UV radiation (sunbathing, solarium), heat, hot … Rosacea: Symptoms, Treatment, Care
Products Azelaic acid is commercially available as gel and cream (Skinoren). It has been approved in many countries since 1990. Structure and properties Azelaic acid (C9H16O4, Mr = 188.2 g/mol) is a saturated dicarboxylic acid. It exists as a white, odorless, crystalline solid that is poorly soluble in water at 20°C but dissolves well in … Azelaic Acid for Skin Problems
Products Minocycline is commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets (Minocin). It has been approved in many countries since 1984. Minac capsules are out of commerce. Topical medicines are additionally available in some countries. Structure and properties Minocylcine (C23H27N3O7, Mr = 457.5 g/mol) is present in drugs as minocycline hydrochloride, a yellow, crystalline, hygroscopic … Minocycline
Effect Antibacterial Bakeriostatic Antiparasitic against protozoa Mechanism of action Sulfonamides inhibit the synthesis of folic acid in microorganisms. They are structural analogues (antimetabolites) of the natural substrate p-aminobenzoic acid and competitively displace it. Trimethoprim, used in combination with sulfamethoxazole, has a synergistic effect. Indications Bacterial infectious diseases caused by: Streptococcus Pneumococcus Actinomycetes Nocardia, e.g. nocaridosis … Sulfonamides
Products Butcher’s broom is available in pharmacies and drugstores as a gel (e.g., Alpinamed Ruscovarin), in capsule form, and as a medicinal drug. Stem plant Butcher’s broom L. belongs to the asparagus family (Asparagaceae). Medicinal drug Butcher’s broom (Rusci aculeati rhizoma) is used as medicinal raw material, the dried, whole or crushed underground parts of … Butcher’s Broom
Products Monk’s pepper extracts are commercially available as film-coated tablets and drops, among others. Stem plant Monk’s pepper L. belongs to the verbenaceae family. The shrub, which grows up to several meters high, is native to the Mediterranean region, Central Asia and India. Monk’s pepper has been used since ancient times to treat women’s ailments. … Monk Pepper
Symptoms Eczema or dermatitis refers to an inflammatory disease of the skin. Depending on the type, cause and stage, various symptoms are possible. These include skin redness, swelling, itching, blisters, and dry skin. In the chronic stage, crusting, thickening, cracking and scaling are often also observed. Eczema is usually non-infectious, but can become secondarily infected, … Eczema Causes and Treatment
Products Prednicarbate is commercially available as a cream, solution, and ointment (Prednitop, Prednicutan). It has been approved in many countries since 1990. Structure and properties Prednicarbate (C27H36O8, Mr = 488.6 g/mol) belongs to the class of potent glucocorticoids (class III). It is a non-halogenated prednisolone derivative. It exists as an odorless, white to yellowish-white, crystalline … Prednicarbate
Products To date, hydrocortisone acetate is the only glucocorticoid approved for self-medication in many countries and is available without a doctor’s prescription. A cream (Dermacalm with dexpanthenol) and a hydrocream (Sanadermil) are available. Hydrocortisone was the first dermocorticoid and was introduced in the 1950s. Structure and properties Hydrocortisone acetate (C23H32O6, Mr = 404.5 g/mol) is … Hydrocortisone Acetate
Products Hydrocortisone butyrate is commercially available as emulsion and cream (Locoid). It has been approved in many countries since 1973. Structure and properties Hydrocortisone-17-butyrate (C25H36O6, Mr = 432.6 g/mol) is an esterified, nonhalogenated glucocorticoid. It is a derivative of endogenous hydrocortisone. Effects Hydrocortisone butyrate (ATC D07AB02) has anti-inflammatory, antiallergic, immunosuppressive, and antipruritic properties. The effects … Hydrocortisone Butyrate
Products Cortisone mixed ointments are not commercially available as finished drug products. They are prepared in pharmacies as extemporaneous preparations. Usually, a cream or ointment containing cortisone is diluted by mixing it with an ingredient-free base, such as Excipial or Antidry. The concentration of the glucocorticoid decreases in the process. However, the risk for adverse … Cortisone Mixed Ointments
