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Drug Classification of
Dermatological Agents
Emollients
Keratolytics
Local anesthetic agents
Local antipruritic agents
Antibacterial agents
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Drug Classification of
Dermatological Agents
Antiviral agents
Antifungal agents
Anti-inflammatory agents
Antiparasiticidal agents
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Additional Dermatologic Agents
Debriding agents
Antineoplastic agents
Burn treatment agents
Eczema agents
Psoriasis agents
Topical hair agents
Agents for diabetic foot ulcer
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Topicals
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Dermatologic Classifications
This presentation will discuss three
dermatologic classifications:
Topical debriding agents
Eczema treatments
Psoriasis treatments
Several classifications, such as
antimicrobials, were discussed in
previous chapters and are not discussed
here.
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Topical Debriding Agents
Purpose
Remove dead skin
Promote healing
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Eczema
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Eczema
Drug agent
Pimecrolimus (Elidel)
Topical immunomodulator
Adverse effects
Site irritation
Headache
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Psoriasis
A chronic skin condition
Consists of painful reddened papules that form
plaques with distinct borders
Other patches appear as silvery yellow-white
scales
Usually located
Elbows, scalp, knees, and genitalia
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Psoriasis
Drug agent
Alefacept (Amevive)
Immunosuppressant
Stops the activity of T lymphocytes
Given intramuscularly
Adverse effects
• Infection
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Topical Application Methods
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