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anthralin

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anthralin /an·thra·lin/ (an´thrah-lin) an anthraquinone derivative used topically in psoriasis.
anthralin
[an′thrəlin]
a topical antipsoriatic.
indications It is prescribed in the treatment of psoriasis and chronic dermatitis.
contraindications Known hypersensitivity to this drug prohibits its use. It is not applied to acute psoriatic eruptions or near the eyes.

anthralin [an´thrah-lin]
an anthraquinone used topically in treatment of psoriasis.


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