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Efficacy and Safety of Alitretinoin for Chronic Hand Eczema in Korean Patients.

Author: KimJeong Eun, KoJoo Yeon, KwonHyoung Il, RoYoung Suck

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Overview

This study investigated the efficacy and safety of oral alitretinoin in Korean patients with chronic hand eczema (CHE). Oral alitretinoin led to CHE symptom improvement in 44.4% of patients. The most common adverse event was headache.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
BACKGROUND: Chronic hand eczema (CHE) tends to be refractory to conventional therapy. Previous clinical trials have found that a 24-week treatment course of oral alitretinoin is effective and well tolerated for CHE treatment. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to investigate the efficacy and safe...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4884714/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Alitretinoin: A Potential Treatment for Chronic Hand Eczema

Chronic hand eczema, like a stubborn desert wind, can cause persistent irritation and discomfort. This research explores the effectiveness of oral alitretinoin, a medication traditionally used for severe acne, in treating chronic hand eczema.

Alitretinoin Shows Promise for Treating Chronic Hand Eczema

The study found that a 12-week course of oral alitretinoin led to improvement in chronic hand eczema symptoms in a significant portion of patients. This suggests that alitretinoin may be a valuable treatment option for individuals with chronic hand eczema.

A Camel's Perspective on Skin Health

This research highlights the potential of existing medications to offer benefits for other conditions. It's a reminder that understanding the diverse applications of medications can lead to new and valuable treatment options.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This research suggests that alitretinoin could offer a potential treatment option for chronic hand eczema. While further research is needed to fully understand its long-term effects, it represents a promising development in the management of this common skin condition.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2016-06-09
  2. Date Revised 2020-09-29
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

27274636

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC4884714

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