Ointments (Pastes)

Semisolid preparations used topically for protective emollient effects or as a vehicle for local administration of medications. Ointment bases are various mixtures of fats, waxes, animal and plant oils and solid and liquid hydrocarbons.

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Networked: 7706 relevant articles (1119 outcomes, 1338 trials/studies)

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Experts

1.	Feldman, Steven R: 18 articles (04/2022 - 01/2003)
2.	Lebwohl, Mark: 18 articles (01/2017 - 11/2002)
3.	Paller, Amy S: 15 articles (11/2020 - 04/2003)
4.	Reitamo, S: 15 articles (12/2010 - 08/2000)
5.	Reitamo, Sakari: 13 articles (08/2014 - 03/2002)
6.	Jaracz, Eileen: 13 articles (12/2008 - 10/2002)
7.	Saeki, Hidehisa: 12 articles (07/2022 - 10/2009)
8.	Katayama, Ichiro: 11 articles (07/2020 - 11/2002)
9.	Zane, Lee T: 11 articles (12/2018 - 10/2015)
10.	Ports, William C: 10 articles (03/2022 - 10/2016)

Related Diseases

1.	Psoriasis (Pustulosis Palmaris et Plantaris) 12/30/2021 - "This study may provide high-quality evidence for the efficacy of nano-modified Runji ointment in the treatment of mild to moderate psoriasis with blood dryness syndrome. " 05/01/2012 - "Hypericum perforatum ointment applied twice daily may be effective in reducing PASI scores in mild plaque-type psoriasis, however, further larger studies need be conducted to achieve a more conclusive result." 09/16/2009 - "The ointment was found to be effective and safe for the treatment of mild-to-moderate plaque psoriasis including sensitive skin areas. " 01/01/1994 - "A placebo-controlled double-blind right/left comparison confirmed that this ointment is effective and safe for the treatment of psoriasis." 12/30/2021 - "Efficacy of nano-modified Runji ointment in the treatment of mild and moderate psoriasis with blood dryness syndrome: a study protocol for a double-blind randomized controlled trial."
2.	Wounds and Injuries (Trauma) 12/01/2020 - "This study was undertaken to compare the curative efficacy of marigold leaf paste and turmeric paste on healing the incised wound in sheep. " 12/31/2022 - "It is also one of the components used in traditional Chinese herbal medicine, “Jinchuang Ointment,” which has excellent efficacy in treating chronic diabetic wounds. " 11/21/2023 - "At 8-week follow-up, we found that the repair of VML injuries using ECM fiber scaffolds in combination with an autogenic mince muscle (MM) paste significantly improved the recovery of peak contractile torque (79% ± 13% of uninjured contralateral muscle) when compared with unrepaired VML controls (57% ± 13%). " 05/01/2017 - "Salve and Burdock: A Safe, Effective Amish Remedy for Treatment of Traumatic Wounds?" 10/01/2016 - "The antimicrobial and moisturizing ointment studied appears to be effective in promoting wound closure in a variety of acute and chronic wounds. "
3.	Atopic Dermatitis (Atopic Eczema) 07/11/2020 - "This study aimed to investigate and compare two investigational ointment products (topical probiotic and control) for cutaneous acceptability, safety, and efficacy under normal conditions of use, in adult subjects with atopic dermatitis. " 11/01/2007 - "In this trial, an ointment containing Mahonia aquifolium, Viola tricolor and Centella asiatica could not be proven to be superior to a base cream for patients with mild-to-moderate atopic dermatitis. " 11/01/2007 - "Only a few clinical trials have been published on the topical treatment of atopic dermatitis with herbal ointments. " 06/01/2007 - "Therefore, in the present study, we tried to develop a novel model for atopic dermatitis by repeated application with Df extract ointment. " 10/01/2023 - "Topical application of creams or ointments is currently the predominant vehicle for the delivery of atopic dermatitis drugs. "
4.	Infections 09/01/2008 - "We studied the comparative efficacy of G cream versus M ointment in the prevention of PD-related infections in a Chinese cohort. " 02/01/1987 - "The infections responded well to Fucidin ointment. " 03/04/2023 - "Specifically, this study provides evidence that the application of lysin ointment has significant potential as an alternative strategy for MRSA infections." 06/01/2020 - "This study was carried out to investigate the activities of some antimicrobial ointments on selected bacteria and fungi of clinical importance that caused skin infections. " 06/01/2017 - "The aim of this study was to investigate whether the hardened paste increases the incidence of infections. "
5.	Pain (Aches) 12/01/2021 - "Patients undergoing articular cartilage paste grafting have been shown in studies to have significant improvement in pain and function in long-term follow-ups. " 10/01/2022 - "An ointment form (500 μg) showed a significant reduction in pain levels after two days of treatment. " 10/01/2019 - "Results  Six hours after the application of the ointment, no significant difference was found among the groups, however, after 12, 18, and 24 hours significant reduction in pain was seen in GTN group, which was least after 18 hours. " 11/01/1983 - "Prompt relief from pain and a rapid reduction in swelling resulted from topical treatment with Vonum cutan ointment. " 07/26/1979 - "Both ointments showed good results regarding spontaneous pain, pain on pressure and motion, reduction of mobility, swelling and muscular tension. "

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