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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.


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and Canadian marketing rights to Micanol(TM) (anthralin) cream 1%, Bioglan's patented topical anthralin product for the treatment of psoriasis.
Casaccio treats her psoriasis with light therapy, anthralin and coal tar baths with the occasional use of topical steroids and Tazorac (tazarotene), a synthetic form of vitamin A.
Treatment includes topical corticosteroids, anthralin (Anthra-Derm, Lasan), and ultraviolet light.
 
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