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synthetic retinoid used to treat severe skin conditions

Etretinate is a medication that was used to treat severe psoriasis, a skin condition that causes red, scaly patches. It is a synthetic retinoid, which means it is related to vitamin A and works by slowing down the growth of skin cells. However, due to its long half-life and potential for serious side effects, it has been largely replaced by acitretin, a related drug with a shorter half-life.

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Adverse Reactions to Oral Retinoids: An Update

research Adverse Reactions to Oral Retinoids: An Update

53 citations, October 1993 in “Drug Safety”

Oral retinoids can cause side effects ranging from mild to severe, including birth defects, and require careful monitoring and contraception.

research Stanozolol in the Treatment of Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris

16 citations, April 1985 in “Archives of dermatology”

The summary does not report the effectiveness of Stanozolol in treating Pityriasis rubra pilaris.

American Academy of Dermatology 44th Annual Meeting Highlights

research American Academy of Dermatology 44th Annual Meeting Highlights

August 1986 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Minoxidil showed a 30% success rate for hair growth in a study, and various skin treatments were effective, but some had limitations or side effects.

research Monilethrix Treated with Oral Retinoids

26 citations, May 1991 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology”

Oral etretinate improved hair length and reduced beading in monilethrix.

Novel Cycle Changes in Scalp Hair Are Caused by Etretinate Therapy

research Novel Cycle Changes in Scalp Hair Are Caused by Etretinate Therapy

24 citations, March 1995 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Etretinate therapy can cause hair loss by disrupting the hair growth cycle.

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