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- noun
Dithranol .
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Dovonex has also been mixed with other topical treatments such as anthralin, Tazorac and coal tar to make it more effective.
Psoriasis Guru » Blog Archive » What is Dovonex (Calcipotriene)? 2009
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After confirming that it does not irritate the skin too much, anthralin solutions with varying degrees of potency can can be left on the skin for up to an hour before it needs to be washed off.
Psoriasis Guru » Blog Archive » What is Anthralin (Dithranol)? 2009
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The Ingram Method adds one more step — a thick coat of anthralin paste to top it all off.
Psoriasis Guru » Blog Archive » What is the Ingram Method? 2009
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Prescription creams include vitamin D, vitamin A, and anthralin.
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However, if not properly applied by a trained therapist, anthralin can irritate healthy skin and leave stains that can last several weeks.
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In the first half of the 20th Century, anthralin and tar were discovered as effective psoriasis treatments.
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For lesions that are difficult to control with initial therapy, anthralin or tazarotene may be tried.
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In 1876, Squire inadvertently discovered anthralin as a treatment psoriasis.
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