HIV infection (“HIV positive”) and AIDS Dr Christophe Hsu – dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland What is AIDS? AIDS stands for acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. It is the final stage of the infection of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). How can I be infected with HIV? Non protected sexual intercourse with an infected individual Sharing of syringes and…
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Schnitzler’s syndrome with prominent neutrophil infiltration misdiagnosed as Sweet’s syndrome: a typical example of urticarial neutrophilic dermatosis. Asahina A, Sakurai N, Suzuki Y, Narushima K Clin Exp Dermatol 2009 Nov 19 The authors present possible pathophysiological links and discuss new therapeutic options like tocilizumab. Schnitzler’s syndrome is a rare disorder of unknown aetiology characterized by…
Atarax ® (Hydroxyzine): used for the treatment of urticaria and pruritus Zyrtec ® (Zirtec ®, Zirtek ®, Ziptex ®, Zyrlex ®)(Cetirizine): used for the treatment of urticaria and pruritus (itch) Note that the list is updated regularly as all pharmaceutical companies and products are not included. This is simply a guide to medications which are…
AcneDerm ® Line AcneDerm Medicated Lotion ® (Azelaic Acid), AcneDerm Foaming Wash ® (Cetrimide, Chlorhexidine Gluconate). Aquim Gel ® Dermaid ® (Hydrocortisone) Line DermAid 0.5% Cream ®, DermAid Soft 0.5% Cream ®, Dermaid 1% Cream ® Egoderm ® line Egoderm Cream ® (ichtammol (ichthyol)), Egoderm Ointment ® (ichtammol (ichtyol), zinc oxide) EgoPsoryl TA ® (Coal…
Aveeno ®: used as a moisturiser Daktarin ® (miconazole): used as an antifungal. Rogaine ® (minoxidil): used in hair loss (androgenetic (androgenic) alopecia) Remicade ® (infliximab): biologic agent used in the treatment of psoriasis Stelara ® (ustekimumab): biologic agent used in the treatment of psoriasis Note that the list is updated regularly as all pharmaceutical…
Claritin ® (loratadine): used in treatment of urticaria and pruritus Diprosone ® (Betamethasone diproprionate): very strong steroid cream Diprogenta ® (Betamethasone, gentamycine): vstrong steroid combined with an antibiotic Elocom ® (Elocon)(mometasone furoate): moderate to strong steroid Remicade ® (infliximab): biologic agent used in the treatment of psoriasis Triderm ®: a combination: topical containing a steroid,…
Batroban (Centany)(mupirocin): an antibiotic topical substance Betnovate: moderate to strong steroid cream Cutivate (fluticasone propionate): a very strong steroid cream Dermovate (Clobetasol propionate): a very strong steroid cream Duac: a combination gel (benzoyl peroxide and clindamycin) used in the treatment of Acne Vulgaris Emovate ®: a moderate potency steroid cream Imurek ® (Azathioprine): used in…
Melasma (for professionals) Melasma is a very cumbersome condition especially in pigmented skin. It is important to note that only superficial located pigment can improve, not the pigment located deeper in the dermis. Examination with Wood’s lamp (360nm, blue light) is a plus (note that it may be less reliable in phototypes IV and above…
Head and Shoulders ® shampoo (Zinc Pyritione): used in the treatment of dandruff Note that the list is updated regularly as all pharmaceutical companies and products are not included. This is simply a guide to medications which are known to the authors of the website. Full-indications may not be included and side effects are not…
