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Spironolactone: an ‘inexpensive, effective’ option for acne in women
“Spironolactone is fairly accessible, inexpensive, and effective for our patients,” Dr. Julie C. Harper said.
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Lebrikizumab monotherapy for AD found safe, effective during induction
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Spinosad: New kid on the block for treating scabies
The formulation “drives the active compound to the stratum corneum, where mites live and breed,” Dr. Anthony J. Mancini said.
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Nearly one in three patients with IBD affected by skin lesions
“Skin lesions in IBD patients are much more prevalent than it is generally accepted. The lesions may be related to the pathogenesis of IBD, but it...
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FDA to review dupilumab for treating chronic spontaneous urticaria
Dupilumab enters the approval process for adolescents and adults with uncontrolled CSU.
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FDA accepts application for topical molluscum treatment
A new drug application for berdazimer gel 10.3% for the treatment of molluscum will be reviewed by the FDA.
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Pembrolizumab before and after melanoma surgery boosts outcomes
"It's not just what you give; it's when you give it," said lead author Sapna Patel, MD, in a press release.
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Be vigilant about suspected cases of measles, expert advises
“This is a re-emerging viral infection that dermatologists must recognize,” Dr. Adelaide A. Hebert said.
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How to help pediatricians apply peanut allergy guidelines
Researchers are testing whether a two-part intervention, which includes training videos and a clinical decision support tool, helps pediatricians...
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What’s holding back physicians from prescribing biosimilars? Four specialties weigh in
Physicians surveyed from four different specialties reported that they were generally comfortable prescribing biosimilars, but greater discounts...