Ichthyosis: Treatment

Ichthyoses are not curable. Their treatment is therefore based on the individual signs of the disease and is therefore only symptomatic. Since the skin is overall too dry, it needs water and fat and must be “descaled”. Baths with common salt and bath oil are considered very useful. Sponges for brushing the skin are essential. … Ichthyosis: Treatment

Ichthyosis (Ichthyosis)

Ichthyosis, also known by the technical term ichthyosis, refers to a genetically caused skin disease in which skin cell renewal is disturbed. Increased to extreme scaling and keratinization of the skin is the main feature of ichthyosis, which occurs in numerous manifestations and is triggered by errors in the genetic material. The life of sufferers … Ichthyosis (Ichthyosis)

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

Pastes

Products Pastes are available in pharmacies and drugstores. Typical examples are the zinc pastes, pasta cerata Schleich, pastes for use on the lips, skin protection pastes and pastes against fungal infections. They are generally used less frequently than creams and ointments. Structure and properties Pastes are semisolid preparations with a high proportion of finely dispersed … Pastes

Shampoos

Products Shampoos are marketed as drugs, personal care products, and medical devices. Examples of active ingredients in medicines are listed below: Glucocorticoids Selenium disulfide, sulfur Antifungals: Ketoconazole, ciclopirox Zinc pyrithione Salicylic acid Structure and properties Shampoos are liquid to viscous preparations for application to the skin and scalp, which are washed out with water after … Shampoos

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

Antipyretics

Products Antipyretics are available in numerous dosage forms. These include, for example, tablets, effervescent tablets, suppositories, juices, and chewable tablets. The name is derived from the technical term pyrexia (fever). The first synthetic agents, such as acetanilide, salicylic acid, and acetylsalicylic acid, were developed in the 19th century. Structure and properties Antipyretics do not have … Antipyretics

Calcipotriol

Products Calcipotriol is commercially available as a fixed combination with betamethasone dipropionate as a gel, ointment, and foam (Xamiol, Daivobet, Enstilar, generics). Structure and properties Calcipotriol (C27H40O3, Mr = 412.60 g/mol) is a synthetic derivative of natural vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol). It exists as a white crystalline powder. Effects Calcipotriol (ATC D05AX02) has antiproliferative, anti-inflammatory, and … Calcipotriol

Ear Drops: Effect, Uses & Risks

Ear drops are usually aqueous solutions that are inserted into the external auditory canal by means of a pipette. However, there are also preparations that are oil or glycerol-based. What are ear drops? Ear drops are usually aqueous solutions that are inserted into the external auditory canal using a pipette. If it hurts in the … Ear Drops: Effect, Uses & Risks