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Emollients Summary

Description: Oleagenous substances used topically to soothe, soften or protect skin or mucous membranes. They are used also as vehicles for other dermatologic agents.

Key Diseases for which Emollients is Relevant

  1. Pruritus (Itching) : 7 outcomes 1 study in 27 results
  2. Atopic Dermatitis (Atopic Eczema) : 6 outcomes 7 studies in 63 results
  3. Psoriasis (Pustulosis Palmaris et Plantaris) : 6 outcomes 6 studies in 32 results
  4. Eczema : 4 outcomes 3 studies in 37 results
  5. Dermatitis : 2 outcomes 1 study in 10 results
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Drugs Related to Emollients

  1. Adrenal Cortex Hormones (Corticosteroids)
  2. Steroids
  3. Histamine Antagonists (Antihistamines)
  4. Urea (Carbamide)
  5. Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking Soda)
  6. Salicylic Acid (2 Hydroxybenzoic Acid)
  7. Cosmetics
  8. Antioxidants
  9. Calcineurin
  10. calcipotriene (calcipotriol)
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Therapies Related to Emollients

  1. Skin Care
  2. Photochemotherapy (Photodynamic Therapy)
  3. Baths
  4. Adjuvant Radiotherapy
  5. Aftercare (After-Treatment)
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