Abstract | BACKGROUND: OBJECTIVE: To provide a comprehensive literature review of the efficacy and safety of cantharidin in the management of various cutaneous conditions. METHODS: RESULTS: A total of 749 articles were identified and 37 articles met inclusion criteria for this review. The majority of studies show that cantharidin is an effective and safe treatment for removal of warts and MC. Several studies also show potential novel applications of cantharidin in acquired perforating dermatosis, acute herpes zoster, and leishmaniasis. Adverse effects are generally mild but common and should be monitored, particularly in the pediatric population. LIMITATIONS: There is a paucity of high-powered clinical studies involving the use of cantharidin. CONCLUSION:
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Authors | Richard Torbeck, Michael Pan, Ellen DeMoll, Jacob Levitt |
Journal | Dermatology online journal
(Dermatol Online J)
Vol. 20
Issue 6
(Jun 15 2014)
ISSN: 1087-2108 [Electronic] United States |
PMID | 24945640
(Publication Type: Journal Article, Review)
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Chemical References |
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Topics |
- Administration, Topical
- Blister
(chemically induced)
- Cantharidin
(adverse effects, therapeutic use)
- Erythema
(chemically induced)
- Humans
- Molluscum Contagiosum
(drug therapy)
- Pain
(chemically induced)
- Warts
(drug therapy)
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