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Methotrexate assay useful in severe pediatric dermatitis, psoriasis


 

AT THE ANNUAL MEETING OF THE SOCIETY FOR PEDIATRIC DERMATOLOGY

"A MTX PG3 less than 30 nmol/L in a child who has failed to respond within 12 weeks suggests that an increase in oral dose, or even a change to subcutaneous [administration], will boost efficacy," she commented.

Mr. Rahman, Dr. Siegfried, and Dr. Paller reported having no relevant financial disclosures.

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