Washington - A series of cutaneous pharmacology studies conductedwith a selective retinoic acid metabolism inhibitor suggest this novel compoundhas the potential for treating a variety of retinoid-responsive dermatologicdiseases but with the advantage of causing less irritation compared to retinoicacid, Gerard J. Gendimenico, Ph.D., said at the Society for InvestigativeDermatology meeting.
In three studies for safety, patients show improvement in psoriasisas measured by PASI score
Washington - PUVA may be used with various adjuncts to improveefficacy and reduce UVA exposure in patients with psoriasis, but not allcombination regimens are beneficial, according to Warwick L. Morison, M.D.
AAHP says results show physicians wished AMA would have spent timeon physician legislation
Physicians need to help others. It's within them, a creed to which they'vesworn. In cities reeling from the worst terrorist attacks in U.S. history,frustrated dermatologists wanted to help but couldn't.
Q. I have lots of dark pink spots on my feet from last summer'sblisters. Is there a way to banish them before sandal season?
Better, more consistent public access to databases now available per request of taxpayers
Upholding medical ethics during an era of advertising, managed care, and in-office dispensing requires stringent self-review of practice procedures
While complication rates for chemical peels that havebeen described in the literature are low enough so that the risk:benefitratios are good
Opponent of restrictions in place around country says rules might result in more deaths, not fewer
Doctors should ask their patients about any herbal remedies they may be taking before undergoing surgery since they may cause complications during the operation
Recombinant human keratinocyte growth factor provide patients mouth and throat pain relief
Small study shows potential of mouthwash therapy
Regimen of cisplatin, vinblastine, temozolomide, IL-2, and INFa-2b shows to be active and well tolerated
Fourteen of 3,304 lovastatin recipients developed melanoma during five years of follow-up, compared to 27 of 3,301 placebo patients
Doses of interferon alfa-2b used in the treatment of melanoma may cause retinopathy,
Applied Genetics Inc. Dermatics is continuing to study its Dimericine lotion for skin cancer prevention in at-risk patients.
Bioglam Pharma Inc. launched ADOXA Tablets, the first and only doxycycline monohydrate tablets for the treatment of severe acne.
Systemic, topical corticosteroid-induced adverse effects may be mitigatedby barrier repair therapy
Psychologist recommends treatment with selective serotonin reuptakeinhibitors rather than topicals
The FDA approved a supplemental new drug application on valacyclovir (Valtrex), allowing a shorter course of treatment
Use of the antidepressant bupropion (Wellbutrin) appearsto be associated with the development of erythema multiforme,
Understanding of biochemical pathways could form foundation of new class of gene-based agents
An investigational topical drug that bindsat a specific RNA target and inhibits its expression
Inflammatory diseases such as psoriasis, HPV-associated lesions, andskin infections may benefit from PDT
Dermatologists see benefit of periodic patient surveys but expressconcern over link to bonus payments from insurance companies
In the wake of its settling a lawsuit regardingthe setting aside of initial election results for the position of president-elect2001, the American Academy of Dermatology's board of directors is takingsteps
Brugge, Belgium - Recalcitrant cases of onychomycosis can usually be treated successfully by following an individualized approach to further management that is based on confirmation of the diagnosis and investigation of contributing causes for prior treatment failure, Christa de Cuyper, M.D., said.
NEW YORK - OrCel, an engineered tissue produced by Ortec International, showed greater than 100 percent improvement over standard of care in diabetic ulcers the size of 6 cm2 or less,according to interim 12-week clinical data from a trial pilot conducted by the company.
Two-in-one product simplifies shaving, moisturizes skin
