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GlossaryAlitretinoin (Panretin)

medication derived from vitamin A used for severe eczema

Alitretinoin, also known as 9-cis-Retinoic Acid, is a medication primarily used to treat severe chronic hand eczema that doesn't respond to topical treatments. It is a type of retinoid, which is a derivative of vitamin A, and works by modulating the growth and differentiation of skin cells.

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Dissecting Cellulitis (Perifolliculitis Capitis Abscedens et Suffodiens): A Comprehensive Review Focusing on New Treatments and Findings of the Last Decade with Commentary Comparing the Therapies and Causes of Dissecting Cellulitis to Hidradenitis Suppurativa

research Dissecting Cellulitis (Perifolliculitis Capitis Abscedens et Suffodiens): A Comprehensive Review Focusing on New Treatments and Findings of the Last Decade with Commentary Comparing the Therapies and Causes of Dissecting Cellulitis to Hidradenitis Suppurativa

48 citations , January 2014 in “Dermatology Online Journal”

New treatments for Dissecting cellulitis show promise, but more research is needed to understand the disease and establish a standard treatment plan.

research A Study of Risk Factors and Predictive Factors in Intraoperative Floppy Iris Syndrome During Phacoemulsification

November 2017 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)”

Certain medications and smaller pupil size increase the risk of intraoperative floppy iris syndrome during eye surgery.

research 9-cis-Retinoic Acid Capsules in the Treatment of AIDS-Related Kaposi Sarcoma

52 citations , February 2003 in “Archives of dermatology”

9-cis-retinoic acid showed some effectiveness in treating AIDS-related Kaposi sarcoma but had significant side effects at higher doses.

research Trypanocidal Effect of Isotretinoin Through the Inhibition of Polyamine and Amino Acid Transporters in Trypanosoma Cruzi

41 citations , March 2017 in “PLoS neglected tropical diseases”

Isotretinoin shows promise as a treatment for Chagas disease by effectively inhibiting key transporters in the parasite.

research Off-Label Uses of Retinoids in Dermatology

6 citations , September 2012 in “Our Dermatology Online”

Retinoids are effective for various skin conditions and hair loss but have serious side effects, so low doses are recommended.

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