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Efficacy And Safety Of 5% Imiquimod Cream Compared To 10% Koh Solution For Elimination Of Molluscum Contagiosum Lesions In Adults, Marsha Bianti, Agung Muhammad Rheza, Arinda Marina, Rizka Farah Hilma, Sarah Mahri, Teffy Nuary, Rahadi Rihatmadja
Efficacy And Safety Of 5% Imiquimod Cream Compared To 10% Koh Solution For Elimination Of Molluscum Contagiosum Lesions In Adults, Marsha Bianti, Agung Muhammad Rheza, Arinda Marina, Rizka Farah Hilma, Sarah Mahri, Teffy Nuary, Rahadi Rihatmadja
Journal of General - Procedural Dermatology & Venereology Indonesia
Background: Molluscum contagiosum (MC) is a benign infection caused by the Molluscipox virus that most often affects children and sexually active adolescents. Various topical therapeutic options are available, however, no single intervention is convincingly effective. Potassium hydroxide (KOH) solution is widely used but its usefulness is hampered with adverse effects. Newer preparation, 5% imiquimod cream seems to be as, if not more, effective. However, it is not legally available yet in Indonesia.
Aim: To assess the efficacy and safety of 5% imiquimod cream in treating adult molluscum contagiosum.
Methods: Literature search was done through Pubmed, EBSCO, dan …
Efficacy Of Topical Estradiol Compared To Topical Glycolic Acid For Skin Aging Treatment In Postmenopausal Women, Shannaz Nada Yusharyahya, Marsha Bianti
Efficacy Of Topical Estradiol Compared To Topical Glycolic Acid For Skin Aging Treatment In Postmenopausal Women, Shannaz Nada Yusharyahya, Marsha Bianti
Journal of General - Procedural Dermatology & Venereology Indonesia
Skin aging is a complex biological process in human being, as a result from intrinsic factors (genetic, hormonal, metabolism) and extrinsic factors (UV exposure, pollution, smoking, life style). In postmenopausal women, physiologically, the amount of estrogen are decreased, causing deterioration of their skin’s appearance.
Along with the changes that occur, skin care require more attention. A holistic approach can increase epidermal thickness, therefore, reducing the depth of wrinkles, as well as improving skin texture and moisture. There are various treatments available to improve skin appearance due to aging.
This EBCR is aimed to compare the efficacy of topical estradiol and …
Comparison Of Efficacy Combination Oral Terbinafine Pulse-Dosed And Topical 8% Ciclopirox Olamine With Terbinafine Monotherapy For Onychomycosis: An Evidence-Based Case Report, Marsha Bianti, Teffy Nuary, Sandra Widaty
Comparison Of Efficacy Combination Oral Terbinafine Pulse-Dosed And Topical 8% Ciclopirox Olamine With Terbinafine Monotherapy For Onychomycosis: An Evidence-Based Case Report, Marsha Bianti, Teffy Nuary, Sandra Widaty
Journal of General - Procedural Dermatology & Venereology Indonesia
Background: Onychomycosis is a fungal infection of the nails, which manifested as nail discoloration, thickening, and detachment from the nail bed. It is not life-threatening, however inappropriate treatment of onychomycosis might lead to complications and affect the patient’s quality of life; making the management of the disease a challenge for clinicians.
Objective: Investigate the efficacy of pulse-dosed oral terbinafine combined with topical 8% ciclopirox olamine to treat onychomycosis.
Methods: Literature search was performed in Pubmed and Cochrane databases using the keywords 'combination' AND 'oral terbinafine' AND 'ciclopirox' AND ‘onychomycosis treatment’ along with their synonyms and related terms.
Results …