Apotex

Acyclovir USP: used in the treatment of herpes infections Cetirine HTL: used in the treatment of urticaria and pruritus (itch) Cyclosporin oral solution: used in the treatment of various skin conditions. Requires close medical supervision. Ketoconazole USP: used in the treatment of fungal infections Mycophenolate Mofetil: used in the treatment of various skin disorders. Requires…

Eskayef Pharmaceuticals ®

Cortider ® (hydrocortisone): mild steroid Mupirocin ® (mupirocin): used as an antibacterial Mycofin ® (terbinafine): used in the treatment of fungal infections Desodin ® (desloratadine): used in the treatment of urticaria and pruritus (itch) Ontin ® (cetirizine): used in the treatment of urticaria and pruritus (itch) Oradin ® (loratadine): used in the treatment of urticaria…

Grains de beauté de naissance…et acquis et prévention du mélanome

Congenital Melanocytic Nevus (Naevus)(CMN) These are melanocytic naevi (nevi) (“moles”) which are present at birth. The melanocytic naevi vary greatly in size but can exceed 20cm of diameter. They are generally located on the trunk. They can develop into cancers (melanoma). Therefore, they should be excised if it is possible, although for esthetic reasons, it…

Dermatite séborrhéique (ou Dermite séborrhéique)

The cause of seborrhoeic dermatitis is unknown. A yeast called Malassezia which is present in the normal skin flora could be implicated. There are two types of seborrhoeic dermatitis: (i) infantile seborrhoeic dermatitis  – commonly seen in newborns and babies (ii) adult seborrhoeic dermatitis – commonly seen in middle-aged adults. Seborrhoeic dermatitis presents with yellowish,…