dermatology pharmacology and prescribing Flashcards
1
Q
factors that affect absorption
A
concentration
base/vehicle
chemical properties of the drug
temperature
skin site
2
Q
topical steroid have what two main properties?
A
anti-inflammatory
immunosuppressive
3
Q
side effects of topical steroids
A
thinning
striae
acne
glaucoma
cataracts
4
Q
what are retinoids?
A
vitamin A analogues
anti inflammatory effects
5
Q
retinoids are used in what conditions?
A
acne
psoriasis
cutaneous T cell lymphoma
Hand eczema
6
Q
immunosuppressants can be used to treat what kind of skin disorders?
A
inflammatory
7
Q
infliximab is an
A
immunimodulator
