Off-Label Uses of Topical Vitamin D in Dermatology: A Systematic Review

    March 2014 in “ Journal of cutaneous medicine and surgery ”
    Heidi Wat, Marlene Dytoc
    Studysummary This study provides evidence-based recommendations for the off-label use of topical vitamin D in treating certain skin conditions, but highlights the need for higher quality studies for further validation.
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