Oxymetazoline Therapeutic Cheat Sheet
OxymetazolineOxymetazoline is an adrenoreceptor agonist which is FDA-approved for dermatologic conditions including persistent facial erythema in rosacea and blepharoptosis. Functioning primarily as a vasoconstrictor with additional anti-inflammatory properties, oxymetazoline targets the sustained vasodilated state of cutaneous blood vessels in rosacea by inducing vasoconstriction and reducing the persistent f …
Oxymetazoline
JDD February 2024 Issue Highlights
psoriasisExplore the February 2024 issue of the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology! Discover groundbreaking research on topics such as novel treatments for melasma, advancements in psoriasis management, gene expression profile (GEP) testing for squamous cell carcinoma, pediatric vitiligo, and many more! Stay ahead of the curve with the latest insights from leading dermatology experts. Straight from the Editor …
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Tips for Diagnosing & Treating Pigmentary Disorders
pigmentary disordersNext Steps in Derm, in partnership with Pigmentary Disorders Exchange Symposium interviewed Dr. Nada Elbuluk, founder and director of the USC Skin of Color Center and Pigmentary Disorders Clinic. Diagnosing and treating pigmentary disorders can be challenging. Watch as Dr. Elbuluk outlines what to think about in the diagnostic process,  including the importance of full body exams and good room li …
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Alitretinoin Therapeutic Cheat Sheet
alitretinoinAlitretinoin (9-cis-retinoic acid) is a naturally occurring endogenous retinoid that in gel form is FDA approved for AIDs-related localized cutaneous Kaposi’s sarcoma (KS)1. As compared to other topical retinoids, alitretinoin is unique in that it binds to all known intracellular retinoid receptors (RARs and RXRs), allowing it to exert anti-proliferative and apoptotic effects, particularly usefu …
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Tirbanibulin Therapeutic Cheat Sheet
TirbanibulinCurrent field-directed treatments of actinic keratosis (AK), a pre-malignant condition, are often limited by severe local reactions and/or complex treatment. Tirbanibulin, a novel potent anti-proliferative synthetic agent that inhibits tubulin polymerization and Src kinase signalling, offers a convenient, safe, and effective field treatment of actinic keratosis. We continue our surgical Therapeut …
Tirbanibulin
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