Clofazimine-induced ichthyosis and its treatment.

Abstract

Clofazimine is a valuable drug which is used worldwide in the treatment of leprosy. Unfortunately, patients often resist its use because ichthyosis is a frequent side effect. The use of 25 percent urea in an emollient lotion appears to relieve the ichthyosis and, consequently, encourages the continued use of this drug.

• Authors: C V Caver
• Journal: Cutis (Cutis) Vol. 29 Issue 4 Pg. 341-3 (Apr 1982) ISSN: 0011-4162 [Print] United States
• PMID: 7083909 (Publication Type: Journal Article)

Chemical References

• Clofazimine

Topics

• Clofazimine (adverse effects)
• Humans
• Ichthyosis (chemically induced, drug therapy)
• Leprosy (drug therapy)