Isotretinoin is a medication used for the treatment of severe acne. It is sometimes used in prevention of certain skin cancers. It is a retinoid, meaning it is derived from vitamin A and is found in small quantities naturally in the body. Oral isotretinoin is marketed under various trade names, most commonly Accutane or Roaccutane (Roche); while topical isotretinoin is most commonly marketed under the trade names Isotrex or Isotrexin (Stiefel).
Aphthasol
Aphthasol is used as a paste in the mouth to treat aphthous ulcers (canker sores).
Atarax is used for symptomatic relief of anxiety and tension associated with psychoneurosis and as an adjunct in organic disease states in which anxiety is manifested.
Clindamycin is a lincosamide antibiotic used in the treatment of infections caused by susceptible microorganisms. Clindamycin is a semisynthetic antibiotic derived from lincomycin by 7(S)-chloro-substitution of the 7(R)-hydroxyl group of the lincomycin. Clindamycin is marketed under various trade names including Dalacin (Pfizer), Cleocin (Pfizer) and Evoclin (Connetics) - in a foam delivery system. Clindamycin is used primarily to treat infections caused by susceptible anaerobic bacteria.
Skinoren (Azelaic Acid Ointment) is used in tropical treatment of inflammatory acne vulguris. These symptoms can be mild to moderate. The drug is very effective and widely used to control the bacterial growth that causes acne.
Diprolene AF Cream is indicated for relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses in patients 13 years and older.
Dovonex
Dovonex Cream is indicated for the treatment of plaque psoriasis.
Dutasteride or generic Avodart is a medication prescribed to men who have the condition known as benign prostatic hyperplasia. Studied and developed by GlaxoSmithKline, Dutasteride is a widely prescribed oral treatment that is available in tablet form. Most pharmacies stock this drug, and it is also available online easily. Generic versions of Avodart are also easily available in the market for patients who cannot afford the branded medicine.
Elidel is a prescription medicine you put on your skin (topical) to treat atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema. Elidel is for use on the skin only. Elidel is for adults and children age 2 years and older. You can use Elidel for short or intermittent long periods of treatment. Intermittent means starting and stopping repeatedly, as directed by your doctor. You can use it on all affected areas of your skin, including your face and neck.
Gris-Peg
Gris-PEG is prescribed for the treatment of the following ringworm infections: Athlete's foot, Barber's itch (inflammation of the facial hair follicles), Ringworm of the body, Ringworm of the groin and thigh, Ringworm of the nails, Ringworm of the scalp. Because Gris-PEG is effective only for certain types of fungal infections, before treatment your doctor may perform tests to identify the source of infection.
Kenalog Aerosol
Kenalog is used for the treatment of common mouth ulcers.
Terbinafine hydrochloride (Lamisil® in UK & US) is a synthetic allylamine antifungal. It is highly lipophilic in nature and tends to accumulate in skin, nails, and fatty tissues. Terbinafine hydrochloride is a white fine crystalline powder that is freely soluble in methanol and methylene chloride, soluble in ethanol, and slightly soluble in water. Like other allylamines, terbinafine inhibits ergosterol synthesis by inhibiting squalene epoxidase -- an enzyme that is part of the fungal sterol synthesis pathway that creates the sterols needed for the fungal cell membrane.
Nizoral is a medicine used for the treatment of systemic fungal infections or for other conditions determined by your physician. You should not use Nizoral Tablets for fungal meningitis.
Penlac
Penlac is an antifungal indicated as topical treatment for onychomycosis of fingernails and toenails.
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Use Protopic only to treat eczema that has been diagnosed by a doctor.
Finasteride is a medication used for the treatment of prostate cancer and pattern baldness in men. It is the main ingredient in two drugs – Proscar for prostate cancer and Propecia for pattern baldness. As Propecia, it is the only approved medicine that can be prescribed for treatment of pattern baldness in men. Available in tablet form, the drug works by strengthening hair roots to boost hair growth. You can find all the information and help about this medication online or by contacting your local pharmacy. While the original brand is Propecia, there are many generic finasteride versions available for patients with hair loss issues.
Renova used to treat wrinkles, brown spots, and surface roughness on the face. Renova is also effective against stretch marks, such as those seen on the abdominal wall in women after pregnancy. This can also be used to treat acne. Renova works by binding to specific cell receptors of skin after a topical application. After the cell receptors have been activated, there is a modification in gene expression, subsequent protein synthesis, and cell growth and differentiation. Thus, the epidermal cell is modified to produce a greater amount of new skin. In clinical studies there is an enhanced production of collagen in areas of treated skin.
Retin-A is often used to improve the appearance and texture of the skin. It produces a mild, superficial peel of the epidermis. Retin-A has effects on the both the superficial (epidermis) and the deep (dermis) parts of the skin. The major benefit is to decrease the effects of sunlight caused aging by increasing the speed with which the surface cells are replaced.
Use Sumycin to treat or prevent infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by susceptible bacteria.
Synalar (generic)
Synalar is used to reduce itching, redness, and swelling associated with many skin conditions.
Temovate
Temovate cream is a topical anti-inflammatory medication that helps reduce itching, redness, and swelling associated with many skin conditions. Temovate cream is safe for virtually every skin type, and produces very little side effects.
Vaniqa Cream is a medication prescribed to women patients who wish to arrest the growth of unwanted facial hair. It finds major use in the treatment of a condition called facial hirsutism. Its active ingredient is Eflornithine, which belongs to the class of medicines called antiprotozoal and is widely used in generic alternatives of Vaniqa. According to the information available on this drug, it can only slow down hair growth. Vaniqa cannot remove hair that has already grown.
Vaniqa is widely available at pharmacies and is also approved for online sale. Whether as Vaniqa or as generic Eflornithine, this drug is only available in cream form and there are no tablet or pill options for it.
