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GlossaryDapsone

medication used to treat bacterial infections and certain skin conditions

Dapsone is a medication primarily used to treat bacterial infections, particularly leprosy and dermatitis herpetiformis, a skin condition. It has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, making it useful in managing certain autoimmune conditions and skin disorders. For professionals, it's important to note that Dapsone works by inhibiting bacterial synthesis of dihydrofolic acid, and it can also be used off-label for conditions like acne and certain types of alopecia.

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research Dapsone Therapy for Pustular Psoriasis: Case Series and Review of the Literature

25 citations , October 2015 in “Dermatology”

Dapsone improved pustular psoriasis in patients who didn't respond to other treatments and is considered a well-tolerated option.

research Successful Treatment of Perifolliculitis Capitis Abscedens et Suffodiens With Combined Isotretinoin and Dapsone

22 citations , October 2007 in “JDDG Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft”

Combining isotretinoin and dapsone effectively treated a challenging scalp condition.

research Dapsone Versus Topical Immunotherapy in Alopecia Areata

13 citations , August 1995 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Topical immunotherapy is more effective than dapsone for treating severe alopecia areata.

research A Disease-Modifying Approach for Advanced Hidradenitis Suppurativa: A Case Report

9 citations , July 2017 in “Case Reports in Dermatology”

Combination therapy helped patient with advanced Hidradenitis Suppurativa achieve remission.

research Dapsone-Induced Erythroderma With Beau's Lines

7 citations , January 1989 in “Leprosy Review”

A woman with leprosy improved after stopping dapsone and getting treatment for a severe skin reaction and nail changes.

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